| These habitats support species such as the chough in Cornwall, cirl buntings in South and East Devon and the heath fritillary butterfly on Exmoor. |
| The cirl bunting in Devon is one example, along with the marsh fritillary butterfly which is returning to parts of the West Country. |
| Stubbles and arable field margins not only benefit cirl bunting but also a wide range of other species, including many insects, birds and small mammals. |
| In March cirl buntings begin to pair up and start prospecting for nest sites. |
| As well as benefiting cirl buntings and other wildlife the scheme has also helped enhance business viability and farmers optimism about the future. |
| Also under threat are the cirl buntings known to frequent Kerswell Downs. |
