Mappp.co geology and wildlife sites

River Dee (England)

…rophic to eutrophic. It is also notified for Atlantic salmon Salmo salar, otter Lutra lutra, club tailed dragonfly Gomphus vulgatissimus and fluvial geomorphology. The River Dee lies within both England and Wales and is notified as separate SSSIs –the River Dee England and the Af…

River Spey - Insh Marshes

… site. The area is exceptionally important for its population of European otter Lutra lutra, providing a network of undisturbed ditches and water bodies with extensive linear connectivity via the River Spey. River Spey - Insh Marshes SSSI overlaps the lower section of the River F…

River Usk (Lower Usk) / Afon Wysg (Wysg Isaf)

… several rare and scarce species and there is an expanding population of otters Lutra lutra. Several scarce higher plant species occuring along the river’s tidal reaches are also of special interest. Whilst not a special feature of the site, there is a good range of breeding bird…

Coedydd Dyffryn Wnion

…er horseshoe bats Rhinolophus hipposideros are recorded feeding at dusk. Otters Lutra lutra use the streams and rivers in the area. Brown hares Lepus europaeus can be seen in open areas and nuts chewed by dormouse Muscardinus avellanarius have been found within the woodland. Char…

Afon Eden - Cors Goch Trawsfynydd

…ra, floating water-plantain Luronium natans, Atlantic salmon Salmo salar, otter Lutra lutra and a lichen assemblage. The SSSI includes the entire length of the Afon Eden from its source just south of Llyn Trawsfynydd. The site includes parts of its tributaries and 3 km of the Maw…

Alyn Valley Woods and Alyn Gorge Caves

… throughout the site. Numbers tend to be small at individual localities. Otters Lutra lutra and water voles Arvicola amphibius have been recorded from the Afon Alyn. The following priority biodiversity species have been recorded including otter L. lutra, brown hare Lepus europaeu…

Morfa Dyffryn

…rains, tidal creeks, ponds, and swamp areas of Morfa Dyffryn, are used by otter Lutra lutra, and water vole Arvicola amphibius. Brown hare Lepus europaeus is known to breed in the area. Remarks: Morfa Dyffryn is part of the Morfa Harlech a Morfa Dyffryn Special Area of Conservat…

Cors Gyfelog

… and regionally scarce invertebrate species. The Afon Dwyfach is used by otters Lutra lutra, and water voles Arvicola amphibius have recently been recorded in the area. The land also supports a breeding population of linnet Carduelis cannabina and provides habitat for overwinteri…

Llantrisant Common and Pastures

…ulations of Atlantic stream crayfish Austropotamobius pallipes and common otter Lutra lutra. Extensive areas of semi-natural riparian habitats can still be found next to the tributaries. These include woodlands, dominated by alder Alnus glutinosa, willows Salix spp., ash Fraxinus…

River Wye (Lower Wye) / Afon Gwy (Gwy Isaf)

…rtance for its Atlantic stream crayfish Austropotamobius pallipes, common otter Lutra lutra and beds of water crowfoot Ranunculus spp.. Whilst not a special feature of the site, there is a good range of breeding birds associated with riverine habitats. The SSSI incorporates adjac…

River Borgie

…lmon (Salmo salar) Freshwater pearl mussel (Margaritifera margaritifera) Otter (Lutra lutra) Part of the River Borgie SSSI overlaps part of West Borgie SSSI which is designated for the geological and biological features listed below: Caledonian igneous Blanket bog Birds - Bre…

Coed Aberedw

…ides other special interest in supporting Atlantic salmon Salmo salar and otter Lutra lutra, species that require special protection in Europe. The woodland occupies both sides of the short gorge section of the River Edw close to its confluence with the River Wye and extends onto…

Afon Tywi

… with a dense stand of slender spike-rush Eleocharis uniglumis. MAMMALS Otter Lutra lutra is widespread along the river where appropriate bank side cover is available, and water voles Arvicola amphibius have also been recorded. FISH The Afon Tywi is used by both twaite and alli…

River Wye

…rtance for its Atlantic stream crayfish Austropotamobius pallipes, common otter Lutra lutra and beds of water crowfoot Ranunculus spp.. Whilst not a special feature of the site, there is a good range of breeding birds associated with riverine habitats. The SSSI incorporates adjac…

Twyni Lacharn - Pentywyn / Laugharne - Pendine Burrows

… Echinocardium cordatum, the bivalve mollusc Pharus legumen and the otter shell Lutraria lutraria. Several migratory fish species, such as the twaite Alosa fallax and allis Alosa alosa shads, as well as river Lampetra fluviatilis and sea Petromyzon marinus lampreys, make use of t…

Afon Gwyrfai a Llyn Cwellyn

… natans, Arctic charr Salvelinus alpinus, Atlantic salmon Salmo salar and otter Lutra lutra. The predominantly linear site follows the Afon Gwyrfai from its mouth at Y Foryd bay near Caernarfon, includes Llyn Cwellyn near Betws Garmon, and extends upstream to include its source a…

Coedydd Dyffryn Ffestiniog (Gogleddol)

…Explosives Store. Pipistrelle bats Pipistrellus sp. use Mill House Barn. Otters Lutra lutra are occasionally seen in the streams and rivers in the area but not known to breed. A wide variety of moth and butterfly species have been recorded in the woodland, including several rare …

Afon Ddu

…pawn in the river and native brown trout Salmo trutta fario are abundant. Otter Lutra lutra and water vole Arvicola amphibius have been recorded in the Afon Ddu catchment. There are areas of botanically interesting mire and wet heath adjacent to parts of the river and around Llyn…

The Ayres of Swinister

…nt) sea-level change. Yell Sound Coast SAC Common seal (Phoca vitulina) Otter (Lutra lutra) Yell Sound Coast SSSI Otter (Lutra lutra)

River Faughan and Tributaries

…ish and fry. The abundance of fish also attracts larger predators such as otter Lutra lutra. Evidence of otter Lutra lutra activity, in the form of spraints, is found along the length of the River Faughan and its main tributaries. The main woodland blocks are predominantly oak wo…

Montgomery Canal

… species such as kingfisher Alcedo atthis and grass snake Natrix natrix. Otters Lutra lutra frequently use the canal for feeding purposes particularly where close to major rivers. Remarks: The Montgomery Canal is owned by British Waterways. Floating water-plantain Luronium natan…

Gro Ty'n Yr Helyg

…s Cirsium spp.. This ladybird can occasionally be found on bare shingle. Otters Lutra lutra are known to regularly frequent this stretch of the Afon Ystwyth. Water voles Arvicola amphibius also occur. Remarks: Otter Lutra lutra and water vole Arvicola amphibius are listed in Sch…

River Usk (Upper Usk) / Afon Wysg (Wysg Uchaf)

… It is also of special interest for its mosses and lichens as well as for otter Lutra lutra and its fish populations. There is a good range of breeding birds associated with riverine habitats, together with localised populations of the Atlantic stream crayfish Austropotamobius pa…

River Lugg

…ence of a total of 121 river plant species. Mammals Field signs of common otter Lutra lutra are numerous and widespread along the length of the river and indicate a healthy population. It is one of the few rivers in central England that retained a strong population during the wid…

Bach Howey Gorge

…est and supports important populations of Atlantic salmon Salmo salar and otter Lutra lutra. This wooded gorge extends along the Bach Howey River from its confluence with the River Wye near Llanstephan to a point below Pwllperran Farm, 3 kilometres upstream. The river cuts throug…

Colwyn Brook Marshes (North & South)

…des additional aquatic interest. The wetlands are an important refuge for otter Lutra lutra and support a range of scarce invertebrate species. Geology and Geomorphology The Carneddau Hills are composed of Ordovician rocks of the Llanvirn series, including shales, volcanic ashe…

Ganllwyd

…elos. Goshawks Accipiter gentilis hunt in the woodland and breed nearby. Otters Lutra lutra frequent the streams and riverbanks and use the mines for foraging, lying-up and breeding. Geology: The Glasdir orebody at Glasdir copper Mine is well exposed in outcrops adjacent to two…

Erwood Dingle

…letwr is also of special interest as it supports important populations of otter Lutra lutra and Atlantic stream crayfish Austropotamobius pallipes. The underlying base-rich sandstone influences the species composition of most of the site. The lower slopes and drier stream sides s…

Afon Irfon

…epstow. Afon Irfon The site is of special interest for its populations of otter Lutra lutra, Atlantic salmon Salmo salar, bullhead Cottus gobio, river lamprey Lampetra fluviatilis, brook lamprey Lampetra planeri and lichen species, including river jelly lichen Collema dichotomum,…

Afon Teifi

…been recorded on the Teifi Marshes and nearby stretches of the river. The otter Lutra lutra is widespread along Afon Teifi and its tributaries where appropriate bankside cover exists. Water vole Arvicola amphibius has been recorded. The river corridor, including bankside tree cov…

River Axe

…almon Salmo salar Annex II &V • Bullhead Cottus gobio Annex II • Otter Lutra lutra Annex II • Medicinal leech Hirudo medicinalis Annex V The site also hosts kingfisher Alcedo atthis, which is listed on Annex I of the EC Directive on the Conservation of Wild Birds…

Morfa Harlech

…wyryd estuary is considered an important breeding and feeding habitat for otter Lutra lutra. The ditches associated with the embankments and adjacent farmland provide suitable bankside habitat for the water vole Arvicola amphibius. Remarks: The National Trust owns a small area w…

Corsydd Llangloffan

… epiphytic lichens and peatland invertebrates, and for its populations of otter Lutra lutra, bullhead Cottus gobio, river lamprey Lampetra fluviatilis, and brook lamprey Lampetra planeri, all of which are reliant on the Western Cleddau River which flows through the site. Corsydd …

River Tweed

…nown. Several mammal species occur within the riparian corridor, of which otter Lutra lutra and water vole Arvicola amphibius stand out as being typical for the habitat. Otters in particular are significant, as populations have been increasing for several years. The Tweed is now …

Tweed Catchment Rivers - England: Lower Tweed and Whiteadder

…s, sea lamprey Petromyzon marinas, Atlantic salmon Salmo salar and common otter Lutra lutra. The lower reaches of the Tweed and Whiteadder are nationally important examples of lowland rivers with minimal gradients in England and rivers on rich geological strata in Scotland and no…

Owenreagh River

…nservation or reintroduction programme. Other animals present include the otter Lutra lutra, evidence of which is found along the whole length of the river, dipper Cinclus cinclus and grey heron Ardea cinerea. Although the fish community has not been extensively surveyed, both At…

Attingham Park

…and and several mature bankside trees. This section of the river supports otter Lutra lutra and a variety of damselflies including banded demoiselle Calopteryx splendens and the nationally scarce white legged damselfly Platycnemis pennipes.

Kennacraig and Esragan Burn

…ase-rich soils associated with rocky slopes Western acidic oak woodland Otter (Lutra lutra)

Lydford Gorge

…pper Cinclus cinclus breed beside the river, which is also frequented by otters Lutra lutra.

Teign Valley Woods

…o atthis and dipper Cinclus cinclus breed along its banks, while European otter Lutra lutra is known to use the river and its tributary streams.

Rhagnentydd Gwy Uchaf / Upper Wye Tributaries

… The site is of interest for its internationally important populations of otter Lutra lutra and Atlantic salmon Salmo salar, as well as bullhead Cottus gobio. The tributaries support both oligotrophic (nutrient-poor) and more mesotrophic (relatively nutrient-poor) aquatic communi…

Glen Loin

…stern acidic oak woodland Upland oak woodland Upland mixed ash woodland Otter (Lutra lutra)

Shielton Peatlands

…piper (Tringa glareola), breeding Marsh saxifrage (Saxifraga hirculus) Otter (Lutra lutra)

Cadair Idris

…ommon dormouse Muscardinus avellanarius to breed and forage. The European otter Lutra lutra, brown hare Lepus europaeus and the water vole Arvicola amphibius regularly use the site. Lampreys, river Lampetra fluviatilis and/or brook Lampetra planeri, have been recorded from a rive…

Yell Sound Coast

…ation and 2.5 % of the British population. Common seal (Phoca vitulina) Otter (Lutra lutra)

Tealham and Tadham Moors

…nge of other vertebrate species have been recorded here, most notably the otter Lutra lutra.

River Foyle and Tributaries

… merganser Mergus serrator regularly seen fishing in the larger channels. Otter Lutra lutra is found throughout the system. Small populations of the now rare freshwater pearl mussel Margaritifera margaritifera were still present in the Moume River until recently. The area is also…

Bere Stream

…young salmon Salmo salar are present. Kingfisher Alcedo atthis occurs and otter Lutra lutra is regularly recorded. The wet grassland which is dominated by soft rush Juncus effusus and hard rush Juncus inflexus, being subject to calcareous influences from the stream and acid grou…

Eryri

…tebrates, birds and mammals including water voles Arvicola amphibius and otters Lutra lutra. The streams are predominantly fast-flowing, cool, oligotrophic and well-oxygenated with coarse substrates dominated by gravels, cobbles and boulders. They typically contain few macrophyte…

Cabilla Manor Wood

…damselfly Pyrrhosoma nymphula and broad-bodied chaser Libellula depressa. Otter Lutra lutra spraint has recently been found on the river banks. A disused quarry and mine now support gorse Ulex europaeus, silver birch Betula pendula and grey willow scrub. This area is of signific…

Coed Aberdulas

…ncluding wood club-rush Scirpus sylvaticus. This area provides cover for otters Lutra lutra.

Upper Lough Erne - Trannish

…y shores, and the woodland species thin spiked wood sedge Carex strigosa. Otter Lutra lutra are known to frequent the area. The area contains significant numbers of wetland bird species. Whooper swan Cygnus cygnus overwinter in the area in internationally important numbers. There…

River Itchen

…ite clawed crayfish Austropotamobius pallipes. This site is notified for otter Lutra lutra, water vole Arvicola amphibius, freshwater fishes including bullhead Cottus gobio, brook lamprey Lampetra planeri and Atlantic salmon Salmo salar and the assemblage of breeding birds inclu…

Glenballyemon River

…ong riffles and run. The river is of importance for its associated fauna. otter Lutra lutra are present while characteristic species of riverine birds such, as the dipper Cinclus cinclus are common. The river habitat is suitable for the spawning activity of Atlantic salmon Salmo …

Largalinny

…tes, badger Meles meles and red squirrel Sciurus vulgaris in the wood and otter Lutra lutra along the Sillees River. Birds include most of the common passerines, in addition to the scarce wood warbler Phylloscopus sibilatrix. Raptors are also frequently seen hunting over the hea…

River Derwent and Tributaries

… Ice Age. Otters The River Derwent is known to support a population of otters Lutra lutra. At the present time otters are slowly spreading into the middle and upper regions of the catchment.

Tamar - Tavy Estuary

…re localised species such as hay-scented buckler-fern Dryopteris aemula. Otter Lutra lutra and kingfisher Alcedo atthis* are among the many animals dependent on the undisturbed stretches of river. * Annex I ‘Birds’ Directive.

Glynllifon

…e vicinity of the mines including common pipistrelle, and Myotis species. Otter Lutra lutra and water voles Arvicola amphibius have been recorded on both the Afon Llifon. Remarks: Glynllifon SSSI is part of Glynllifon Special Area of Conservation, being host to the following hab…

Creag Clunie and the Lion's Face

…s in crevices on base-rich rocks Wet heathland with cross-leaved heath Otter Lutra lutra Capercaillie Tetrao urogallus Scottish crossbill Loxia scotica

Strath an Loin

… heathland with cross-leaved heath Marsh saxifrage (Saxifraga hirculus) Otter (Lutra lutra) Black-throated diver (Gavia arctica) Common scoter (Melanitta nigra) Dunlin (Calidris alpina schinzii) Golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) Golden plover (Pluvialis apricaria) Greenshank (Tri…

Carn/Glenshane Pass

… red grouse Lagopus lagopus have been recorded and there is evidence that otter Lutra lutra frequent the area. https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/publications/carn-glenshane-pass-assi

Bodmin Moor, North

… the very rare Fontinalis squamosa var. curnowii from rocks in streams. Otters Lutra lutra penetrate the moor along watercourses, particularly the River Fowey, and there are records of harvest mouse Micromys minutus. Bodmin Moor is of major importance for both nesting and winte…

Powerstock Common and Wytherston Farm

…or the great crested newt. In addition to the reasons for notification, otters Lutra lutra have been recorded in a stream that lies in the headwaters of the River Hooke. Other Information: Powerstock Common and Wytherston Farm SSSI lies in the Wessex Vales Natural Area within …

Glannau Tonfanau i Friog

…within the site. Grey seal on haul-out have been noted at Sarn y Bwch and otter Lutra lutra is thought to use the intertidal area for feeding. Remarks: The site is adjacent to the Pen Llín a’r Sarnau Special Area of Conservation and Broadwater SSSI. The site supports otter, grey…

Sunart

…emblage Lichen assemblage Upland assemblage Vascular plant assemblage Otter (Lutra lutra) Dragonfly assemblage Chequered Skipper (Carterocephalus palaemon)

Westhay Heath

…ly over winter, while hobby Falco subbuteo is a frequent summer visitor. Otters Lutra lutra are regularly recorded on Westhay Heath. Harvest mice Micromys minutus breed on the site, while grass snake Natrix natrix and common frog Rana temporaria are frequent.

Carstairs Kames

…ammeus , peregrine Falco peregrinus and golden eagle Aquila chrysaetos . Otters Lutra lutra are known to use the Coladoir River. Habitats : Blanket bog : Depressions on the peat substrates Birds : Golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos), breeding

Moors River System

…mmon snipe Gallinago gallinago. The Moors was formerly noted for breeding otter Lutra lutra 2 which, after some years of absence in common with a severe population loss throughout central, southern England, has now re established a presence. Britain's two other species of aquatic…

Upper Fal Estuary and Woods

…and. The upper estuaries and these transitional zones are important for Otters Lutra lutra. Extensive stands of ancient semi-natural woodland occur within the site and on the eastern shores these are virtually continuous. They lie on steep slopes rising to 80m and upon soils wh…

Lymington River

… II to the EC Habitats Directive‡, as well as brown trout Salmo trutta. Otters Lutra lutra, a species of national importance listed on Annex to the EC Habitats Directive‡, are resident on the Lymington and dormice Muscardinus avellanarius have been recorded in part of the site. …

Bornish and Ormiclate Machairs

… aquatic vegetation on sandy plains Shifting dunes with marram Species: Otter Lutra lutra Slender naiad Najas flexilis Birds: Corncrake Crex crex, breeding Dunlin Calidris alpina schinzii, breeding Little tern Sternula albifrons, breeding Oystercatcher Haematopus ostralegus, br…

Afon Cleddau Gorllewinol / Western Cleddau River

…eddau River is of special interest primarily for important populations of otter Lutra lutra, bullhead Cottus gobio, river lamprey Lampetra fluviatilis and brook lamprey Lampetra planeri. It is also of special interest for sea lamprey Petromyzon marinus; for its range of river hab…

Lough Navar Scarps and Lakes

…hen harrier Circus cyaneus and provides foraging area for mammals such as otter Lutra lutra and pine marten Martes martes. https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/publications/lough-navar-scarps-and-lakes-assi

Silverbrook Wood

…or animals, including breeding birds and mammals. Mammals present include otter Lutra lutra, badger Meles meles, stoat Mustela erminea and red squirrel Sciurus vulgaris. https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/publications/silverbrook-wood-assi

Glen Nant

…se-rich soils associated with rocky slopes Western acidic oak woodland Otter (Lutra lutra)

Coedydd Dyffryn Alwen

…eas. The well-wooded and sheltered watercourses afford lying-up sites for otter Lutra lutra.

Southlake Moor

…breeding snipe, redshank Tringa totanus and lapwing. Regular signs of the otter Lutra lutra are to be seen on the muddy banks of the River Parrett. The ditches on the east side of the site contain a population of the palmate newt Lissotriton helveticus.

Shapwick Heath

…, the South Drain and the Polden Hills to the south. The site is used by otters Lutra lutra.

Holne Woodlands

…lus cinclus and grey wagtail Motacilla cinerea nest alongside the river, otters Lutra lutra traverse the area. The good quality of the waters also provide suitable conditions for the spawning of salmon Salmo salar and trout Salmo trutta.

Erme Estuary

… a spawning run for sea trout Salmo trutta, and is frequented by european otter Lutra lutra.

Milford Haven Waterway

…orseshoe bats Rhinolophus ferrumequinum and Rhinolophus hipposideros, and otter Lutra lutra. The site extends from the mouth of the Haven at Dale Point and Thorn Island to the upper reaches of the Daugleddau at Haverfordwest in the west and Blackpool Mill in the east. Adjacent to…

Syre Peatlands

… by an unstable 'quaking' surface Wet heathland with cross-leaved heath Otter (Lutra lutra) Marsh saxifrage (Saxifraga hirculus) Common scoter (Melanitta nigra) Black-throated diver (Gavia arctica) Dunlin (Calidris alpina schinzii) Golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) Golden plover…

Tweedwood - Gateheugh

…is) Brook lamprey (Lampetra planeri) Sea lamprey (Petromyzon marinus) Otter (Lutra lutra) Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar)

Upper Lough Erne - Galloon

… and fen, and the woodland species thin spiked wood sedge Carex strigosa. Otter Lutra lutra are known to frequent the area. Galloon contains significant numbers of bird species. The open waters attract wintering wildfowl, including mute swan Cygnus olor, teal Anas crecca, wigeon…

River Roe and Tributaries

…atichthys flesus. Such an abundant fish resource attracts predators, with otter Lutra lutra signs, in the form of spraints, found along lhe whole length of the River Roe and its main tributaries but occuring most frequently in the upper reaches of these watercourses. The area is …

Upper Ballinderry River

…he softer waters of the Upper Ballinderry. Recent surveys have shown that otter Lutra lutra and kingfisher Alcedo atthis are present along the river, and both salmon Salmo salar and brown trout Salmo trutta are regularly caught. https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/publications/upper-bal…

Upper Lough Erne - Crom

…tus auritus, red squirrel Sciurus vulgaris, pine marten Martes martes and otter Lutra lutra. A wide range of bird species occurs, reflecting the range of habitats present. Areas of wet grassland support breeding waders, including snipe Gallinago gallinago. In the woodland areas, …

Truderscaig

…heathland with cross-leaved heath Marsh saxifrage (Saxifraga hirculus) Otter (Lutra lutra) Black-throated diver (Gavia arctica) Common scoter (Melanitta nigra) Dunlin (Calidris alpina schinzii) Golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) Golden plover (Pluvialis apricaria) Greenshank…

Migneint-Arenig-Dduallt

… black grouse, song thrush Turdus philomelos, brown hare Lepus europaeus, otter Lutra lutra (old record), water vole, pipistrelle Pipistrellus pipistrellus and lesser horseshoe bat Rhinolophus hipposideros.

Grenofen Wood and West Down

…lla cinerea breeding beside the River Walkham. The river is also used by otters Lutra lutra.

Halsdon

…long this section of the river. Water vole Arvicola amphibius occurs and otters Lutra lutra are resident on the river. Butterflies recorded include purple hairstreak Favonius quercus, silver-washed fritillary Argynnis paphia and speckled wood Pararge aegeria.

Affric - Cannich Hills

…cks Tall herb communities Wet heathland with cross-leaved heath Species: Otter Lutra lutra and Golden eagle Aquila chrysaetos.

North Moor

…visit the area in winter. The ditches and rhynes are known to be used by otters Lutra lutra.

Park Wood

…breed on this section of river, which is also particularly important for otters Lutra lutra.

West Strathnaver

…eathland with cross-leaved heath Marsh saxifrage (Saxifraga hirculus) Otter (Lutra lutra) Black-throated diver (Gavia arctica) Common scoter (Melanitta nigra) Dunlin (Calidris alpina schinzii) Golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) Golden plover (Pluvialis apricaria) : Greenshank …

Loch nan Eilean Valley Bog

…or Loch Scarrasdale Valley Bog SSSI. Typical moorland fauna is present. Otter (Lutra lutra) Black-throated diver (Gavia arctica) Dunlin (Calidris alpina schinzii) Golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) Golden plover (Pluvialis apricaria) Greenshank (Tringa nebularia) Merlin (Falco…

Ely Pits and Meadows

…reeding water voles Arvicola amphibius and provides foraging habitat for otters Lutra lutra and at least six species of bat.

Tiroedd a Glannau Rhwng Cricieth ac Afon Glaslyn

…dflats. Four Biodiversity Action Plan species are also found at the site: otter Lutra lutra, water vole Arvicola amphibius, brown hare Lepus europaeus and reed bunting Emberiza schoeniclus.

Afon Llynfi

…on Llynfi is of interest for its internationally important populations of otter Lutra lutra and Atlantic salmon Salmo salar, as well as bullhead Cottus gobio. The Llynfi supports aquatic communities that are typical of streams of moderate to high nutrient status. Semi-natural rip…

Ynys Uchaf

…wendraeth Bach is rich in aquatic invertebrates and is regularly used by otters Lutra lutra who take advantage of the cover provided by the vegetation for resting. Several notable invertebrates occur at Ynys Uchaf, including the brilliantly iridescent chrysomelid beetle Pilemosto…

Quoile

… and include buzzard Buteo buteo. Quoile is also notable for its mammals. Otter Lutra lutra are regularly seen, and badger Meles meles and red squirrel Sciurus vulgaris are known to frequent the area. The invertebrate communities of the area are rich and varied. There is a range …

Roydon Woods

…Interest includes a section of the Lymington River, which still supports otters Lutra lutra. In contrast to the neighbouring New Forest, but on similar soils, the woodland is ungrazed. Itis conspicuously more luxuriant and rich in species than the Forest woodlands. Some 270 speci…

River Till

…s, where suitable riparian habitat provides food and shelter. Evidence of otter Lutra lutra has been recorded and the species is known to be recolonising the wider River Avon System.

Weem Meadow

…several locally rare plants including kidney vetch Anthyllis vulneraria. Otter Lutra lutra Atlantic salmon Salmo salar Brook lamprey Lampetra planeri River lamprey Lampetra fluviatilis Sea lamprey Petromyzon marinus

White Water River

…e Bents. The White Water River is of importance for its associated fauna. Otter Lutra lutra are widespread, while dipper Cinclus cinclus have also been recorded. Although not directly associated with the river two notable mollusks, the hollowed glass snail Zonitoides excavatlls a…

West Borgie

… by an unstable 'quaking' surface Wet heathland with cross-leaved heath Otter (Lutra lutra) Marsh saxifrage (Saxifraga hirculus) Common scoter (Melanitta nigra) Black-throated diver (Gavia arctica) Dunlin (Calidris alpina schinzii) Golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) Golden plover …

Strath Duchally

… heathland with cross-leaved heath Marsh saxifrage (Saxifraga hirculus) Otter (Lutra lutra) Black-throated diver (Gavia arctica) Common scoter (Melanitta nigra) Dunlin (Calidris alpina schinzii) Golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) Golden plover (Pluvialis apricaria) Greenshank (Tri…

Ardura - Auchnacraig

…oak woodland Saltmarsh Marsh fritillary butterfly (Euphydryas aurinia) Otter (Lutra lutra) Golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos)

Castlewellan Lake

…tland animals, including birds and invertebrates. In addition,spraints of otter Lutra lutra are regularly found around the shore, indicating that the lake is well used by the species. https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/publications/castlewellan-lake-assi

Afon Wysg (Isafonydd) / River Usk (Tributaries)

… is of special interest for it’s internationally important populations of otter Lutra lutra, Atlantic salmon Salmo salar, bullhead Cottus gobio, brook lamprey Lampetra planeri and river lamprey Lampetra fluviatilis. These species thrive in the largely un-modified streams and medi…

Cladagh (Swanlinbar) River

…lmo salar and brown trout Salmo trutta. Other species of interest include otter Lutra lutra and kingfisher Alcedo atthis, which are found along the length of the river. https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/publications/cladagh-swanlinbar-river-assi

Strangford Lough Part 1

…d as hauling out sites. Small numbers of grey seal Halichoerus grypus and otter Lutra lutra also occur. https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/publications/strangford-lough-part-1-assi

Knapdale Woods

…moderate nutrient levels Marsh fritillary butterfly (Euphydryas aurinia) Otter (Lutra lutra)

Coille Leitire

…ase-rich soils associated with rocky slopes Western acidic oak woodland Otter Lutra lutra

Lough Anierin

…as the reclusive water rail Rallus aquaticus. Evidence of the presence of otter Lutra lutra in the form of spraint markings are present. https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/publications/lough-anierin-assi

Caeau Coed Mawr (Coedmawr Fields)

…iver is also of special interest as it supports important populations of otters Lutra lutra. Atlantic salmon Salmo salar and Atlantic stream crayfish Austropotamobius pallipes. This site is in two parts -a series of fields lying on either side of the River Edw at Bettws and an ar…

Achmore Bog

…ssions on peat substrates Wet heathland with cross-leaved heath Species: Otter (Lutra lutra) Black-throated diver (Gavia arctica) Dunlin (Calidris alpina schinzii) Golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) Golden plover (Pluvialis apricaria) Greenshank (Tringa nebularia) Merlin (Falc…

Rhosydd Bryn-maen

…ite and provide shelter and food for a large number of species including otters Lutra lutra, water voles Arvicola amphibius and brown hare Lepus europaeus. A range of breeding birds associated with these relatively undisturbed semi-natural habitats is present, including snipe Gal…

Borth - Clarach

…t this site include skylark Alauda arvensis, linnet Linaria cannabina and otter Lutra lutra. The site forms part of the Ceredigion Heritage Coast.

Downton Gorge

…culata. The fauna includes polecat Mustela putorius, badger Meles meles, otter Lutra lutra and fallow deer Dama dama, including specimens of a long haired variety which is confined to this district of the British Isles. Breeding birds include kingfisher Alcedo atthis, grey wagt…

Garbh Shlios

…base rich soils associated with rocky slopes Western acidic oak woodland Otter Lutra lutra

Avon Valley (Bickton to Christchurch)

…breed in the valley. The River Avon also supports a small population of otters Lutra lutra, the conservation of which depends on the maintenance of a diversity of river features, high water quality and, most importantly, control of disturbance.

Hollow Moor & Odham Moor

…ler Locustella naevia, and is much used by hunting barn owls Tyto alba. Otters Lutra lutra use the Wagaford Water.

Curry and Hay Moors

…esent include grass snake Natrix natrix and common frog Rana temporaria. Otters Lutra lutra are regularly recorded on the site. * These species are listed on Annex 1 of EC Directive 79/409 on the Conservation of Wild Birds.

Gweunydd Nant y Dernol

…wny birch Betula pubescens woodland along its banks. The stream supports otters Lutra lutra and bullhead Cottus gobio, and provides important habitat for spawning and juvenile Atlantic salmon Salmo salar. Remarks: Otter and Atlantic salmon are listed in the European directive on…

Castlemartin Range

…er horseshoe bats Rhinolophus ferrumequinum and Rhinolophus hipposideros, otter Lutra lutra and grey seal Halichoerus grypus. The site encompasses extensive tracts of the Ministry of Defence (MOD) Castlemartin Firing Range, a coastal plateau fringed by fourteen kilometres of Carb…

Ottery Valley

…te. In addition the River Ottery is known to he an important refuge for otters Lutra lutra, whilst the fringing Culm grasslands provide important habitats for the marsh fritillary butterfly Euphydryas aurinia, a species known to be declining in England.

Cnoc an Alaskie

…d with cross-leaved heath Species Marsh saxifrage (Saxifraga hirculus) Otter (Lutra lutra) Birds Black-throated diver (Gavia arctica) Common scoter (Melanitta nigra) Dunlin (Calidris alpina schinzii) Golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) Golden plover (Pluvialis apricaria) Gre…

North Norfolk Coast

… Sciurus vulgaris occurred in the dune pine woods until 1981 at Holkham. Otters Lutra lutra breed and hunt within the whole site.

Coedydd ac Ogofau Elwy a Meirchion

…rum. The well-wooded and sheltered watercourses afford lying-up sites for otter Lutra lutra. Natterer’s Myotis nattereri, brown long-eared Plecotus auritus, pipistrelle Pipistrellus pipistrellus and lesser horseshoe bats Rhinolophus hipposideros, are recorded in the caves. Remar…

River Eden and Tributaries

… and geese. Otters The River Eden system is of regional importance for otters Lutra lutra. The lower Eden, River Irthing and King Water are important strong holds for otters within the catchment. These river stretches have the best remaining areas of undisturbed riparian habita…

Coedydd De Dyffryn Maentwrog

…os, bullfinch Pyrrhula pyrrhula and spotted flycatcher Muscicapa striata. Otter Lutra lutra are occasionally seen in the streams and rivers in the area and a wide variety of moth and butterfly species have been recorded in the woodland, including the small pearlbordered fritillar…

Wyre Forest

…polecat Mustela putorius, with a long established stronghold in the area. Otter Lutra lutra frequent the River Severn and Dowles Brook. Strong breeding and hibernacula populations of common long eared Plecotus auritus, noctule Nyctalus noctula and pipistrelle bats Pipistrellus pi…

Glaslyn

…ntail Anas acuta and shoveler Spatula clypeata use the adjacent marshes. Otters Lutra lutra and water vole Arvicola amphibius are also known to occur. Atlantic salmon Salmo salar and sewin Salmo trutta trutta use the river as a migration route to access their spawning grounds hig…

Afon Cleddau Dwyreiniol / Eastern Cleddau River

…eddau River is of special interest primarily for important populations of otter Lutra lutra, bullhead Cottus gobio, river lamprey Lampetra fluviatilis and brook lamprey Lampetra planeri. It is also of special interest for sea lamprey Petromyzon marinus; for its range of river hab…

Upper Lough Erne - Belleisle

…ifolia and northern bedstraw Galium boreale on more exposed rocky shores. otter Lutra lutra are known to frequent the area. Belleisle contains significant numbers of bird species. In summer its wet grasslands support numbers of breeding waders, including snipe Gallinago gallinag…

Brendon and Vealand Fen

…h abundant whorled caraway Carum verticillatum, a local plant in Devon. Otters Lutra lutra frequent the river bank, while breeding birds include tree pipit Anthus trivialis and reed bunting Emberiza schoeniclus.

Loch Tay Marshes

… River lamprey (Lampetra fluviatilis) Sea lamprey (Petromyzon marinus) Otter (Lutra lutra)

West Halladale

… heathland with cross-leaved heath Marsh saxifrage (Saxifraga hirculus) Otter (Lutra lutra) Black-throated diver (Gavia arctica) Common scoter (Melanitta nigra) Dunlin (Calidris alpina schinzii) Golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) Golden plover (Pluvialis apricaria) Greenshank (Tri…

Afon Dyfrdwy (River Dee)

… tenuissimum, sea barley Hordeum marinum, hard-grass Parapholis strigosa, otter Lutra lutra, salmon Salmo salar, bullhead Cottus gobio, brook lamprey Lampetra planeri, river lamprey Lampetra fluviatilis, sea lamprey Petromyzon marinus, club-tailed dragonfly Gomphus vulgatissimus …

Loch nam Madadh

…ts and sandflats Lagoons Reefs Shallow inlets and bays Subtidal sandbanks Otter Lutra lutra

Catcott Edington and Chilton Moors

…nius phaeopus on migration. Other vertebrate species present, include the otter Lutra lutra, grass snake Natrix natrix and common frog Rana temporaria.

Forest of Clunie

…neri River lamprey Lampetra fluviatilis Sea lamprey Petromyzon marinus Otter Lutra lutra

Strathmore Peatlands

…sio flammeus) Wigeon (Mareca penelope) Wood sandpiper (Tringa glareola) Otter (Lutra lutra) Marsh saxifrage (Saxifraga hirculus)

Howmore Estuary, Lochs Roag and Fada

…aters with aquatic vegetation on sandy plains Shifting dunes with marram Otter Lutra lutra Slender naiad Najas flexilis Corncrake Crex crex, breeding Dunlin Calidris alpina schinzii, breeding Little tern Sternula albifrons, breeding Oystercatcher Haematopus ostralegus, breeding …

Corbylin Wood

…ncluding mammals and breeding birds. Mammals recorded in the wood include otter Lutra lutra, badger Meles meles and red squirrel Sciurus vulgaris. https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/publications/corbylin-wood-assi

Thistle Brig

…trient levels Atlantic salmon Salmo salar Brook lamprey Lampetra planeri Otter Lutra lutra River lamprey Lampetra fluviatilis Sea lamprey Petromyzon marinus

Marlbank

… permanent residents. This abundance of fish attracts predators including otter Lutra lutra. Marlbank is an area with a wide range of semi-natural habitats that have been managed in a traditional way. As such, it provides valuable feeding and roosting sites for a range of animals…

Westhay Moor

…water rail Rallus aquaticus. Other vertebrate species present include the otter Lutra lutra, grass snake Natrix natrix and common frog Rana temporaria.

Torridon Forest

…nities Western acidic oak woodland Wet heathland with cross-leaved heath Otter Lutra lutra

Big Dog Scarps and Lakes

…en harrier Circus cyaneus and provides foraging areas for mammals such as otter Lutra lutra, pine marten Martes martes and red squirrel Sciurus vulgaris. https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/publications/big-dog-scarps-and-lakes-assi

River Test

…nd the release of large numbers of young hatchery reared fish. Mammals Otters Lutra lutra have been reported from certain parts of the site, but the Test no longer has an established population. Water voles Arvicola amphibius are common in places, but their numbers are thought …

River Camel Valley and Tributaries

… special interest for wildlife. The system is particularly important for otters Lutra lutra which benefit from some of the most unspoilt river corridors in the South West with extensive woods, excellent bankside cover and little disturbance. The rivers are also of great value for…

River Frome

…mammal have been recorded on the River Frome: water shrew Neomys fodiens, otter Lutra lutra and water vole Arvicola amphibius. The presence of the last mentioned species is notable owing to a recent and very severe decline in its population throughout lowland Britain. *Species li…

South Woodburn

…lue-tailed damselfly Ischnura elegans have all been recorded and signs of otter Lutra lutra activity have been noted on the site. It is hoped that continued sensitive management of the area will ensure that the rich assemblage of species is maintained. https://www.daera-ni.gov.u…

River Teme

…on from the alien Himalayan balsalm Impatiens glandulifera. Mammals The otter Lutra lutra has well established populations on the Teme, the stronghold being between Ludlow and Knighton, but they are found all along the river from Cwm Gwyn to Powick. Mink Mustela vison are also …

West Fermanagh Scarplands

…golden plover Pluvialis apricaria have been recorded. Badger Meles meles, otter Lutra lutra and Irish hare Lepus timidus hibernicus occur in the area. https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/publications/west-fermanagh-scarplands-assi

Owenkillew River

…r engineering works and poor water quality. Other animals present include otter Lutra lutra, evidence of which is found along the whole length of the river. Birds such as dipper Cinclus cinclus, kingfisher Alcedo atthis, grey heron Ardea cinerea and Grey Wagtail Moticella cinerea…

River Spey

…lmon (Salmo salar) Freshwater pearl mussel (Margaritifera margaritifera) Otter (Lutra lutra) Sea lamprey (Petromyzon marinus) Moray and Nairn Coast SPA Birds: Bar-tailed godwit (Limosa lapponica), non-breeding Common scoter (Melanitta nigra), non-breeding Dunlin (Calidris alpin…

Breen Wood

…d squirrel Sciurus vulgaris, while both smooth newt Triturus vulgaris and otter Lutra lutra occur in freshwater areas. https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/publications/breen-wood-assi

Barle Valley

…and red deer Cervus elaphus graze areas of wood pasture. The presence of otters Lutra lutra on the Barle has been regularly recorded. A colony of dormice Muscardinus avellanarius inhabits at least one of the hazel coppices.

Aberarth - Carreg Wylan

…d sea caves provide important haul-out and seal pupping areas. Eurasian otters Lutra lutra frequent the many small freshwater streams that enter the sea along this stretch of coastline where they will also feed within the intertidal area. The varied substrate and maritime influe…

Coladoir Bog

…ammeus , peregrine Falco peregrinus and golden eagle Aquila chrysaetos . Otters Lutra lutra are known to use the Coladoir River. REMARKS Coladoir Bog SSSI is part of the Coladoir Bog Special Area of Conservation (SAC), which is designated for the European habitats listed below, …

Slapton Ley

…orts have also been recorded. Slapton Ley is also important for mammals. Otter Lutra lutra are present throughout the year around the margins of the Ley and the presence of cubs suggests that they breed in the locality. Dormice Muscardinus avellanarius breed in the woodland and …

River Mease

…lations of freshwater white clawed crayfish Austropotamobius pallipes and otter Lutra lutra, both animals with a restricted distribution within the East Midlands and which receive special legal protection. Other Information This is a new site. Spined loach Cobitis taenia and bu…

North Woodburn Reservoir

…lfly Enallagma cyathigerum and blue-tailed damselfly Ischnura elegans and otter Lutra lutra have been recorded on the site. It is hoped that continued sensitive management of the area will ensure that the rich assemblage of species is maintained. https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/…

Coedydd Aber

…eus, mole Talpa europaeus, and a large population of badgers Meles meles. Otter Lutra lutra are also present, and spraints and sightings are frequently recorded along the Afon Rhaeadr Fawr. Brown hares Lepus europaeus are often sighted on the ffridd areas. Bat species include pip…

Coedydd Beddgelert a Cheunant Aberglaslyn

…pean dry heath. The lesser horseshoe bat Rhinolophus hipposideros and the otter Lutra lutra are listed on Schedule 5 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended) and Annex II of the EC Habitats Directive (92/43/EEC).

Arfordir Pen-bre / Pembrey Coast

…ticularly ungrazed saltmarsh further adds to the diversity of this site. Otters Lutra lutra are present within the estuaries and saltmarshes. The Gwendraeth Estuary also supports substantial stands of transitional low saltmarsh vegetation, often dominated by common saltmarsh-gras…

River Feshie

…l mussel Margaritifera margaritifera Green shield-moss Buxbaumia viridis Otter Lutra lutra Sea lamprey Petromyzon marinus Capercaillie Tetrao urogallus Dotterel Charadrius morinellus Golden Eagle Aquila chrysaetos Hen Harrier Circus cyaneus Merlin Falco columbarius Osprey …

Aber Taf / Taf Estuary

…le shad feed in the Three Rivers estuary before migrating out to sea. The otter Lutra lutra is also known to frequent the Taf Estuary, together with the rest of the Taf catchment. Remarks: Part of the site is owned by the National Trust. The site is a component part of the Carma…

River Barle

…arbler Locustella naevia and reed bunting Emberiza schoeniclus. Mammals Otters Lutra lutra have been regularly recorded along the River Barle.

River Ithon

…ining water crowfoot Ranunculus spp. It supports important populations of otter Lutra lutra, Atlantic salmon Salmo salar, bullhead Cottus gobio, brook lamprey Lampetra planeri and river lamprey Lampetra fluviatilis. The headwaters support more oligotrophic aquatic communities and…

West Moor

…nobaenus, whinchat Saxicola rubetra and yellow wagtail Motacilla flava. Otters Lutra lutra are known to frequent the secluded watercourses and withy beds of West Moor.

Upper Fowey Valley

…nd kingfisher Alcedo atthis occur regularly. There are recent records of otter Lutra lutra and there are suitable lying-up sites along the river. The site supports an outstanding assemblage of dragonflies and damselflies (Odonata) with 15 breeding species including the rare whi…

Clais Dhearg

…land Dragonfly assemblage Marsh fritillary butterfly Euphydryas aurinia Otter Lutra lutra

Ulva, Danna and the McCormaig Isles

…us grasslands Marsh fritillary butterfly (Euphydryas aurinia) Species : Otter (Lutra lutra) Cormorant (Phalacrocorax carbo), breeding Shag (Phalacrocorax aristotelis), breeding Greenland barnacle goose (Branta leucopsis), non-breeding Greenland white-fronted goose (Anser albifro…

Llwyn

…oded and sheltered watercourses within the site afford lying-up sites for otter Lutra lutra. Remarks: 3.7 ha are owned by Coed Cadw Woodland Trust as a woodland nature reserve. Parts of the site are used for shelter by Otter, a Schedule 5 species in the Wildlife and Countryside …

Tempo River

…nservation or reintroduction programme. Other animals present include the otter Lutra lutra, evidence of which is found along the whole length of the river and white clawed crayfish Austropotamobius pallipes. The kingfisher Alcedo atthis is also known to occur. Although the fish…

King's Sedgemoor

…s. King's Sedgemoor Drain is known to be an important river corridor for otters Lutra lutra.

Ceunant a Thyrrau Trefgarn / Treffgarne Gorge and Tors

… its range of heathland, grassland and river habitats, and populations of otter Lutra lutra, bullhead Cottus gobio, river lamprey Lampetra fluviatilis and brook lamprey Lampetra planeri. The site is situated approximately 9 km north of Haverfordwest. The deep gorge of the Western…

Trinity Broads

…na nitida and the nationally scarce hairy dragonfly Brachytron pratense. Otters Lutra lutra are regularly recorded on the site.

Lough Cowey

…notably Reed rarbler Acrocephalus scirpaceus. Evidence of the presence of otter Lutra lutra in the form of spraint markings are common. https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/publications/lough-cowey-assi

River Avon System

…ibius and water shrews Neomys fodiens, with occasional recent evidence of otter Lutra lutra.

Errigal Glen

…for animals, including breeding birds andmammals. Mammals present include otter Lutra lutlra and badger Meles meles. https://www.daera-ni.gov.uk/publications/errigal-glen-assi

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