Limestone Scree, often overlooked by conservation scientists and the geological community, is an important habitat with a distinct biodiversity and geodiversity. In this article, Richard Jefferson works to highlight the importance and unique characteristics of scree.
Scree may not be the first port of call for scrutiny by botanists and ecologists in limestone landscapes, as the general perception is that habitats such as calcareous grassland, limestone pavement, cliffs and woodland may be more productive. Scree is important in its own right, however, and supports a distinctive community of vascular plants and bryophytes.