CSGN - Integrated Habitat Networks

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Summary

The approach employs a detailed desk study using digital data within a geographic information system (GIS) to identify Integrates Habitat Networks (IHNs). The spatial position and extent of functional integrated habitat networks were determined through a landscape ecology model from the BEETLE (Biological and Environmental Evaluation Tools for Landscape Ecology) suite of tools.

The BEETLE least-cost focal species approach negates the need to carry out a vast number of individual species analyses. The selection of the habitats to be modelled, and the species used to inform the analysis, were identified through a series of expert stakeholder workshops. The outputs can support the planning process, help prioritise conservation effort, prevent further fragmentation of biodiversity and aid connectivity of semi natural habitats.

BEETLE model analysis has been well referenced (Watts et al., 2005) and used in a variety of projects such as developing forest habitat networks across Scotland. The application of IHNs is the first time that the multiple habitat network approach has been used to solicit planning and development programmes in key areas.

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2022-03-04
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Available under an OS Open Data licence. You must always use the following attribution statement to acknowledge the source of the information: Copyright Scottish Natural Heritage Contains Ordnance Survey data © Crown copyright and database right (year)
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6615f76e-ce17-4b2d-aa9f-c0cb5b1a0b64
Extent
Latitude: 56.594056° to 54.925878°
Longitude: -5.479° to -1.946907°
Spatial reference system
urn:ogc:def:crs:EPSG::27700
Dataset reference date
2011-04-15 (creation)
2011-04-19 (publication)
2012-12-01 (revision)
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irregular
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Scottish Natural Heritage (originator, distributor)
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