Species

Dyfi River Species

A number of globally-important designated areas make up our landscape including an Area of Special Conservation, UNESCO biosphere, Sites of Special Scientific Interest and a nature reserve run by the RSPB.

We have unique habitat areas from upland ffridd to wooded hill slopes to salt marsh on the estuary.

As well as the Atlantic salmon, there are lamprey, sea-trout (known locally as sewin), unique coastal plants and woodland lichens, egrets and ospreys and river mouth crustaceans and salt-tolerating plants (halophytes) among the thousands of species the river supports on its journey from hilltops to the sea.

Biodiversity

Our members and supporting organisations frequently monitor of the river. The tree-lined banks of alder and sessile oaks support wildlife but also provide refuge for species in the river itself with sources of food and shade.

Climate

Climate change is impacting not only our wildlife but also our communities. Increasing temperatures mean that the waters can heat up to the point that oxygen levels reduce or algae form so threatening species’ long-term survival.

BE A FRIEND

Why not join us on our journey? It is easy to be a Dyfi Friend by donating to our funds to enable development of key projects to support our incredible river network. A regular or one-time donation will help us carry out meaningful actions to protect our unique asset.