Ballynastaig Wood Explained

Ballynastaig Wood
Photo Width:200
Map:Ireland
Map Width:200
Label:Ballynastaig Wood
Coords:53.097°N -8.864°W
Type:National
Location:County Galway
Area:25acres
Operator:National Parks and Wildlife Service (Ireland)

Ballynastaig Wood is a nature reserve of approximately 25NaN located in County Galway, Ireland.

History

Ballynastaig Wood Nature Reserve was legally protected by the Irish government in 1983.[1] It is located close to Coole Park, and shares many of the same characteristics. The woods consist of ash, alder-hawthorn, and yew wood.[2] [3] [4]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: S.I. No. 378/1983 - Nature Reserve (Ballynastaig Wood) Establishment Order, 1983. . Electronic Irish Statute Book . 7 August 2020 . en.
  2. Web site: Cross . John . Ireland's Woodland Heritage: A Guide to Ireland's Native Woodlands . National Parks and Wildlife Service . 7 August 2020.
  3. Web site: STRATEGIC ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT ENVIRONMENTAL REPORT . Galway County Council . 7 August 2020.
  4. Web site: National Survey of Native Woodlands 2003-2008 . Botanical, Environmental & Conservation Consultants Ltd. . 7 August 2020.

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