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Hedgerows, though often —dismisseddismissivedismissaldismissing as mere field boundaries, provide vital —habitathabitationinhabitanthabitual for birds, insects and small mammals. A dense, well-maintained hedge can —functionperformoperateact as a wildlife corridor, allowing species to move safely between fragmented habitats. Farmers who —retainobtainsustaindetain hedgerows rather than removing them often notice a marked increase in pollinators nearby.