Thesaurus Term/Concept: HEDGEROW SURVEY
| Identifier | 147306 |
|---|---|
| Class | EVENT TYPE |
| Status | Preferred |
| Index? | Yes |
| Scope Note | The assessment of the age of a hedge based on its nature, condition and the number and type of woody plant species present. Most surveys make use of Hooper's hypothesis which states that for every 27m a new woody species invades a hedge every 100 years. |