The Flow Country Peatlands of Scotland: FOREWORD

The Flow Country, a vast expanse of blanket peatland spanning 4,000 km² in northern Scotland, stands out as Europe's largest blanket mire and the UK's single largest terrestrial carbon store. This unique ecosystem, crucial for biodiversity, supports a rich suite of breeding birds and Arctic species, with over 1,300 km² designated under Natura 2000 sites, including the UK's largest Special Area of Conservation (SAC). The study highlights its exceptional conservation value, emphasizing its ecological significance and potential World Heritage Site status. The research approach combines ecological surveys and carbon storage assessments to underscore the region's global importance.

Andersen, R., Cowie, N., Payne, R. J., Subke, J.-A.,. (2018). The Flow Country Peatlands of Scotland: FOREWORD. Mires and Peat, 23, 0. https://doi.org/10.19189/map.2018.omb.381