Fung Shui Woodland

Naturalness

Semi-natural dominated by native plants.

Size

Two very small patches of fung shui woodland were recorded within the Study area, with the HKSAR boundary; near Kan Tau Wai and near Tsung Yuen Ha. The overall size of fung shui woodland was approximately 2.4 ha

Diversity

Moderate floral and faunal diversity.

Rarity

Plant species of conservation interest included Incense Tree (Aquilaria sinensis). Bird species of conservation interest included Crested Serpent Eagle (Spilornis cheela) flying overhead; Besra (Accipiter virgatus) perching (with possible roosting or nesting site in this habitat)

Re-creatability

Habitat characteristics and species composition are natural and mature but cultural significance difficult to recreate. Given a suitable location, it would take over 30 years to re-create the fung shui woodland

Fragmentation

Highly fragmented

Ecological Linkage

Not functionally linked to any very highly valued habitat in close proximity

Potential Value

High. Significant cultural and ecological value

Nursery /Breeding Ground

Possible breeding ground for Besra.

Age

Of differing age based on species composition and size (around 30 – 60 years)

Abundance/ Richness of Wildlife

Moderate abundance / richness of fauna.

Overall Ecological Value

High