Commonhead Moss LNR
Introduction
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Commonhead Moss LNR
Image: © Richard Sutcliffe Taken: 28 Jun 2006
Commonhead Moss is the largest area of remaining (but degraded) raised bog in Glasgow. Much of the Moss is now covered in birch trees, which draw water from the ground, drying it out. As well as being home to some rare plants, such as Bog Rosemary (Andromeda polifolia), it is also important for a variety of insects, including Small Pearl-bordered Fritillary (Boloria selene) and Green Hairstreak (Callophrys rubi) butterflies. Commonhead Moss is the only site in Glasgow where the Green Hairstreak is found. Dog-rose (Rosa canina) can be seen in flower in an area of old hedge in the foreground. Commonhead Moss was designated as a Local Nature Reserve in 2009, and is one of several LNRs in the city. The vehicles were being used to do maintenance work on the overhead power lines that cross the site.
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Image Location
Latitude
55.870342
Longitude
-4.087131