Rory Hodd, ecologist with the BSBI and expert in bryophytes and epiphytes talks to the Broad Leaf about ferns, their place in woodlands and the work of recording them in Ireland.

The Broad Leaf podcast, where we talk about Ireland's native woodlands, their species and their stories every second Wednesday. Brought to you by the Native Woodland Trust.

Theme music: 'Evening Chorus' by Cosmo Sheldrake

Other music:

Elf Meditation Preview by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5728-elf-meditation-preview

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Deep Relaxation Preview by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5726-deep-relaxation-preview

License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license