Riparian Forest Buffer
What is a riparian forest buffer?
The term “riparian” comes from the Latin “ripa”, meaning “river bank”. Simply put, a riparian area is just that, a stream or river bank- it is the interface between land and water. A “riparian forest buffer” is a conservation practice involving the establishment of trees and shrubs in the riparian zone. These buffers perform many ecological functions including:
Reduce stream velocity and energy
Stabilize banks and reduce erosion
Filter pollutants
Reduce water temperatures
Provide wildlife habitat and forage
Interested in buffers?
We frequently have funding opportunities for riparian forest buffers and similar practices.