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The lakes and mountains combine to form impressive scenery unique to this corner of England. Farmland, hill and settlement add aesthetic value to the natural scenery with an ecology modified by human influence for
millennia and including important wildlife habitats.
Water
The lakes and rivers are cool and mainly unpolluted. The level of nutrients in
the water of different lakes varies providing varied habitats for different plant and animal species. Charr, crayfish, schelly and vendace are found in different lakes.
Woodlands
Below the tree line are wooded areas, including British and European native Oak woodlands and introduced softwood plantations. The woodlands provide habitats for native
English wildlife. The native Red Squirrel is found in the Lake District and in a few other parts of England. In parts of the Lake District the rainfall is higher than in any other part of England. This gives
Atlantic mosses, ferns, lichen and liverworts the chance to grow. There is some Ancient Woodland in the national Park. Woodlands are differently managed: some are Coppiced, some pollarded, some left to grow
naturally, and some provide grazing and shelter.
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