Nelson Ashmole is an English biologist, conservationist, and writer whose primary research focused on the avifauna of islands, including Saint Helena, Ascension Island, Tenerife, the Azores, and Kiritimati. He serves as a Trustee of the Borders Forest Trust and is the Coordinator of the Carrifran Wildwood project. His work bridges scientific inquiry with a deep commitment to conservation and the documentation of fragile ecosystems. Through his writing, he brings the intricate world of island birdlife and the urgent need for its preservation to a wider audience.
First-hand account of a pioneering initiative in ecological restoration, demonstrates the speed at which nature revives when given the opportunity. Shows how rich and beautiful landscapes can be created in the fight against climate change and loss of species.