Reservoir Draining Kills Toads in Wales
Why this is here: Volunteers moved approximately 1,500 toads to the reservoir weeks before it was drained, making their journey a fatal one for many.
Hafren Dyfrdwy drained a reservoir in Wales during toad breeding season. Volunteers recently helped roughly 1,500 toads cross roads to reach the now-drained habitat. The company drained the reservoir weeks before the toads could naturally leave.
More than 1,000 toads likely died as a result. The loss extends beyond toads, impacting birds, frogs, newts, and insects. The drained reservoir served as a vital habitat for many species.
Common toad populations in the UK have already decreased by over 40%. The article notes the incident’s damage will affect the wider ecosystem. A petition asks Hafren Dyfrdwy to fund conservation and habitat restoration.
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