ID:
policies-25
Name:
Habitats Directive (Council Directive 92/43/EEC)
Issuing organisation:
European Parliament & Council
Geographical Scope:
EU
Type:
Legistlation
Scientific domain:
physical states, chemistry, geology, and biology
Type of water:
surface and groundwater; treated water
Water management focus:
monitoring; management; protection
Parameter change rate assumption:
Quality
Description:
The Habitats Directive aims to protect over a thousand species, including mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fish invertebrates, and plants, and 230 characteristic habitat types. The overall objective is to ensure that these species and habitat types are maintained, or restored, to a favourable conservation status within the EU. In addition to halting the further decline or disappearance of these species and habitats, the Directive aims to allow them to recover and thrive over the long-term.
Status:
Effective
Effect Date:
Resource:
https://environment.ec.europa.eu/topics/nature-and-biodiversity/habitats-directive_en
Recommendations:
Key Objectives Protection of Natural Habitats: The directive provides for the protection of a wide range of natural habitats, particularly those that are vulnerable or rare in Europe. These include habitats such as wetlands, forests, grasslands, and marine ecosystems. Conservation of Species: It aims to protect species of wild fauna and flora that are at risk, threatened, or endangered across Europe, including mammals, birds, amphibians, fish, reptiles, plants, and insects. Establishment of Natura 2000 Network: One of the most important aspects of the directive is the creation of the Natura 2000 network of protected areas. These are areas designated as being of European importance for the conservation of specific habitats and species.
