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The Moors of Cornwall Explained
A general overview of Cornwall's upland granite moors: what they are, how they formed, the plants and animals that live there, and how people have used them.
Land and Table
Moors and Wildlife
Upland moor, heath, wetland and wildlife described in general terms.
Granite Country: Why Cornwall Has Tors
How Cornwall's granite bedrock formed and how long weathering produced the rocky tors that crown its moors, with notes on well-known examples and safe exploring.
Heathland and Its Wildflowers
What heathland is, why Cornwall's cliff-top and upland heath is valued, and a general guide to the heathers, gorse and coastal wildflowers that grow there.
Moorland Ponies and Grazing
Why ponies, cattle and sheep graze Cornwall's moors, how that grazing shapes the habitat, and how visitors can behave around free-roaming animals.
Rock Pools and Seashore Life
A beginner's guide to Cornish rock pools: how they form, what lives in them, and how to explore the shore carefully without harming the animals.
Seabirds of the Cornish Coast
A general introduction to the seabirds associated with Cornwall's cliffs and islands, including gulls, auks, fulmars, gannets and shags, with watching tips.
Seals, Dolphins and Basking Sharks
A general guide to the seals, dolphins, porpoises and basking sharks seen from Cornish shores and boats, and how to watch them responsibly.
The Mild Climate and Sheltered Gardens of Cornwall
Why Cornwall has a mild, oceanic climate, how shelter and soil shape its gardens, and why palms, tree ferns and other unusual plants can grow in places.
Weather on the Moors and Coast
A practical look at fog, wind, rain and sudden weather changes on Cornwall's moors and cliffs, with general advice for walkers on preparing and staying safe.
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