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Box 9 Examples of conservation objectives for habitat types and species in Natura 2000 sites Reefs (1170) — the permanent habitat area (xx ha) is stable or increasing, subject to natural processes; — the distribution of reefs is stable or increasing (map provided); — the following community types are conserved in a natural condition: exposed intertidal reef community complex (xx ha); exposed subtidal community complex (xx ha) (a description of each of the community types is provided). Shifting dunes along the shoreline with Ammophila arenaria (‘white dunes’) (2120) — the habitat area (xx ha) is stable or increasing and there is no decline in its distribution (map provided), subject to natural processes; — the natural circulation of sediment and organic matter is maintained, without any physical obstructions (e.g. physical barriers); — the presence of species-poor communities dominated by Ammophila arenaria is maintained; — negative indicator species (including non-native species, species indicative of changes in nutrient status and species not considered characteristic of the habitat) represent less than 5 % cover. Dry heaths (4030) — the current surface area (xx ha) and distribution of the habitat within the site is increased by x % (map provided); — the abundance of typical species is maintained (list provided); — a low cover of scattered native trees and scrub (< 10 % cover) is maintained; — at least 1 % but not more than 10 % cover of the area of the habitat consists of bare ground; — nitrogen deposition is maintained below critical load values defined for the site (e.g. 10-20 kgN/ha/yr). Molinia meadows on calcareous, peaty or clayey-silt-laden soils (Molinion caeruleae) (6410) — the current surface area (xx ha) and distribution of the habitat within the site is increased by x % (map provided); — the vegetal composition is improved: at least xx positive indicator species present, including one ‘high quality’ species, negative indicator species cover collectively not more than 20 % cover, with cover by an individual species less than 10 %, and cover of non-native species not more than 1 %; — the vegetal structure is improved: cover of woody species and bracken (Pteridium aquilinum) is not more than 5 %, broadleaf herb component of vegetation is between 40 and 90 %. At least 30 % of sward is between 10 and 80 cm tall; — the physical structure is maintained: not more than 10 % bare soil. Active raised bogs (7110) — the area of the habitat in the site is extended (e.g. increase the current area by 10 % – from xx ha to yy ha) and its condition improved (e.g. by increasing the cover level of characteristic bog mosses –Sphagnum species to a minimum of x %); — appropriate water levels are restored throughout the site (mean water level to be near or above the surface of bog lawns for most of the year; seasonal fluctuations should not exceed 20 cm, and should only be 10 cm below the surface, except for very short periods of time); — soil pH and appropriate nutrient levels are maintained (relevant nutrients and their natural ranges are provided for the site); — cover of scattered native trees and shrubs is less than 10 %. Beech forests Luzulo-Fagetum (9110) — the current conservation status is maintained (fav); — the current surface area of the habitat in the site: xx ha is maintained; — characteristic tree species are maintained: at least 70 % of canopy level composed of Picea abies, Fagus sylvatica ssp. sylvatica, Abies alba in various proportions, with rare presence of Betula pendula, Sorbus aucuparia, with an 80–90 % cover and 22–30 m height for spruce and fir, 18–24 m for beech at 100 years age; — characteristic species for herb layer are maintained: Herb layer with at least three species/1 000 m2 of the following acidophilous species Calamagrostis arundinacea, Luzula luzuloides, Vaccinium myrtillus, Hieracium rotundatum, Athyrium filix-femina, Digitalis grandiflora, Dryopteris filix-mas, Festuca drymeia, Galium odoratum, Galium schultesii, Lamium galeobdolon, Luzula luzuloides, Oxalis acetosella, Poa nemoralis, Pteridium aquilinum, Veronica officinalis; — invasive and allochtonous tree species, including not-corresponding ecotypescover less than 20 %; retention trees: at least three trees/ha; deadwood volume: at least 20 m3/ha. Asperulo-Fagetum beech forest (9130) — the current surface area (xx ha) and distribution of the habitat within the site is increased by x % (map provided); — the habitat quality (in terms of ecological structure and function) is improved by ensuring that: at least 95 % of canopy forming trees are locally native species such as beech, ash and oak site, with at least 50 % being Fagus sylvatica; approximately 10 % of the canopy includes a dynamic shifting pattern of gaps encouraging natural regeneration of tree species of all ages; at least X mature trees/ha and at least X relevant ground flora species/ha (list of relevant species provided); — dead wood, standing and fallen, is increased where possible to provide a habitat for invertebrates, fungi and other woodland species (fallen trees and branches, dead branches on living trees or standing dead trees, all > 20 cm in diameter; minimum volume indicated). Otter (Lutra lutra) — the current population (xx individuals) is maintained; — the ecological quality of freshwater (river) habitat is improved (over xx km); — the number of couching sites and holts (number provided) is maintained and there is no significant decline in the fish biomass available (xx kg); — connectivity with other otter populations along the river is improved. Harbour porpoise (Phocoena phocoena) — the current population of the species in the site is maintained (xx individuals); — underwater noise to maximum is limited to xx dB; — species range within the site is maintained by ensuring there are not artificial barriers that could restrict site use; — the availability and density of prey within the site is maintained(e.g. including sand eel, whiting, herring and sprat); — by-catch of harbour porpoise in fishing gears in the site is prevented. Lesser Horseshoe Bat (Rhinolophus hipposideros) — the population is maintained, with a minimum number of xx bats for the summer roost; — the number and condition of summer and auxiliary roosts is maintained; — the extent of potential foraging habitat (xx ha) and linear features xx (km), is maintained with no significant decline or loss within 2,5 km of the roost (map provided); — there is no significant increase in artificial light intensity adjacent to the roost or along commuting routes within 2,5 km of the roost.

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