Thinning work has begun in Pembrey Country Park’s woodlands.
One in three Corsican Pine trees are being thinned to the west of the park, near the conservation pond.
The work is being carried out to improve and strengthen the remaining trees as well as encouraging broadleaf regeneration.
In addition the felling work will allow more light into the pond and its banks and attract native plants which create additional sources of food and shelter for wildlife.
Archaeological remains will also be safeguarded. Work is expected to take up to three weeks to complete.
The council’s executive board member for leisure, Cllr Meryl Gravell said: “These works will help preserve the health of our wonderful woodlands and its overall character as well as making it more accessible to walkers.”
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