Ballynastaig Wood is a nature reserve of approximately 25 acres (0.10 km2) located in County Galway, Ireland.

Ballynastaig Wood
Ballynastaig Wood is located in Ireland
Ballynastaig Wood
Ballynastaig Wood
Location of Ballynastaig Wood in Ireland
TypeNational
LocationCounty Galway
Coordinates53°05′49″N 8°51′50″W / 53.097°N 8.864°W / 53.097; -8.864
Area25 acres (10.12 ha)
Operated byNational Parks and Wildlife Service (Ireland)

History edit

Ballynastaig Wood Nature Reserve was legally protected by the Irish government in 1983.[1] It is located close to Coole Park, and shares many of the same characteristics. The woods consist of ash, alder-hawthorn, and yew wood.[2][3][4]

References edit

  1. ^ "S.I. No. 378/1983 - Nature Reserve (Ballynastaig Wood) Establishment Order, 1983". Electronic Irish Statute Book. Retrieved 7 August 2020.
  2. ^ Cross, John. "Ireland's Woodland Heritage: A Guide to Ireland's Native Woodlands" (PDF). National Parks and Wildlife Service. Retrieved 7 August 2020.
  3. ^ "STRATEGIC ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT ENVIRONMENTAL REPORT" (PDF). Galway County Council. Retrieved 7 August 2020.
  4. ^ "National Survey of Native Woodlands 2003-2008" (PDF). Botanical, Environmental & Conservation Consultants Ltd. Retrieved 7 August 2020.