Heathland Ablaze: When Rare Ecosystems Meet Human Error The inferno raging through the New Forest's heathland is a devastating reminder of our failure to manage our relationship with the land.
This internationally protected area, home to six UK native reptiles and other rare species, has been ravaged by human error.
The New Forest national park authority emphasizes that this is not just any ordinary heathland – it's a globally rare ecosystem hosting an incredible array of biodiversity.