peatland

American

[peet-land] / ˈpitˌlænd /

noun

an extensive tract of land where peat has formed.

peatland British

/ ˈpiːtˌlænd /

noun

an area of land consisting of peat bogs, usually containing many species of flora and fauna

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Etymology

Origin of peatland

First recorded in 1905–10; peat ¹ + -land

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peatland

Peak District National Park Authority ranger Kate Wilson, 40, from Buxton in the county, has been just one of those searching for hotspots in the peatland, and helping to keep the flames from spreading.

From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026

Adders, slow worms and common lizards will be the focus of protection efforts during a major peatland restoration project near Dumfries.

From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026

Jones's interest in the natural world began with birds, but his passion for peatland was ignited at age eight during a drizzly visit to Cors Caron, a national nature reserve near Tregaron.

From BBC ● Jul. 3, 2026

A long-awaited peatland strategy was launched by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs last year.

From BBC ● May 15, 2026

A unique pilot project in the Antrim hills could give sheep farmers a new market for their wool and help transform peatland conservation.

From BBC ● May 15, 2026

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