Curlews - this priority species overwinters in grassland and on mudflats
A PROPOSAL to build a huge housing estate in Humberston has been turned down.
Well-regarded developer Cyden Homes sought consent to build 225 dwellings on pastureland off Midfield Road and Andrew Road, but the application has been turned down by North East Lincolnshire Council.
There had been numerous objections from villagers, but what seems to have been the key factor is the likely impact on birdlife - specifically curlews.
The land is understood to be an important winter habitat for the species which is in global decline. Most of the Humberston birds are thought to have migrated from Finland.
It is not known if Cyden Homes will appeal against the decision.
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