'Flower-rich' habitat being created in north Cornwall

Image caption, The project is part of a nationwide effort to protect pollinating insects
At a glance
  • A "flower-rich" habitat is being created along the north Cornwall coast
  • About 20 hectares will be created or enhanced for pollinating insects
  • It is hoped the project will preserve future wildlife

A wildlife project is creating and enhancing a "flower-rich" habitat along the north Cornwall coast.

The project, North Cornwall B-Lines, is working with the community and local landowners to help create 20 hectares of habitats for pollinating insects and threatened bee species.

Work is focussing on areas around Hayle and the Towans, Perranporth and Cubert, and Trevose and Polzeath.

Buglife conservation officer Laura Larkin said the project would help expand Cornwall's wildlife.

She said: 鈥淭here are some very special bee species that can be found along Cornwall鈥檚 north coast.

"By working together we can help to encourage these populations to grow and spread to new areas."

Throughout the summer Buglife will be running a series of talks and events along the coastline as well as working with local schools.