Restoring River Habitat

‘Restore natural processes and connectivity of rivers and streams to improve habitat for all species’

Rivers and streams are dynamic systems, shaped by natural processes such as erosion, sediment movement and flooding. These processes create a range of habitats that support diverse wildlife.

Across much of the River Dee, these natural processes have been altered by historic management, including dredging, channel widening, hard bank reinforcement, removal of fallen trees and intensive grazing. As a result, many sections of the river have become more uniform, reducing the diversity of habitats that wildlife depends on.