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New research project targets New Forest biodiversity

A collaborative programme has launched to safeguard the most vulnerable species and habitats within the New Forest.

By The TEA Editorial Desk · 30 August 2026

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The University of Southampton has partnered with Forestry England, the Hampshire Bat Group, and the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust to launch the . The is funded by the New Forest and aims to address critical environmental challenges in the area.

The project seeks to bolster efforts for the region's rarest wildlife. By bringing together academic expertise and local conservation groups, the programme hopes to ensure the long-term health of the New Forest's unique landscape.

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