Rare heron seen at Somerset estate where river has been allowed to run free

A rare black-crowned night heron has been spotted at the Holnicote Estate in southwest England, where conservation experts are transforming the landscape through an unconventional approach. The Guardian reports that the river has been allowed to return to its natural course — a practice known as a river reset. The heron is among many species now thriving in the restored habitat, turning the estate into an oasis for wildlife.

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