SNH Habitats and Species WMS

EUNIS Land Cover Scotland (0)

This is a Scotland raster based (10m) landcover made up of best available national data classified according to the EUNIS (EUropean Nature Information System).The main purpose of the landcover is to provide well-known, nationally consistent information for SNH’s national habitat network models. Secondary purposes include input for other analysis projects as well as map backdrops.

NVC Scotland (2)

Classifies British vegetation into a series of plant communities according to phytosociological groups using standard field methods and data analysis/classification techniques. The methodology is based on taking quadrats using a strict sampling system from stands of homogeneous vegetation.

IHN Woodland hotspots (4)

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. The 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.

IHN Wetland hotspots (6)

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. The 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.

IHN Neutral grassland hotspots (8)

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. The 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.

IHN Acid grassland network (10)

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. The 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.

Deer Count points (12)

Point dataset showing the location of deer groups recorded on counting operations undertaken by or with assisstance from Scottish Natural Heritage (or the Deer Commission for Scotland as was).

Standing Waters Sample Points (14)

The Standing Waters Sample Points dataset is a GIS dataset of survey sample locations used during the course of the Scottish Loch Survey Project. The statutory nature conservation agencies in Scotland, England and Wales have a long history of carrying out routine aquatic plant (macrophyte) surveys of lakes. This involves identifying and estimating the abundance of emergent, submerged, floating leaved, and free-floating macrophytes that grow in or near the water. The results of these surveys are held in the Standing Waters Database which is available to view on the SNH website. (http://gateway.snh.gov.uk/pls/apex_cagdb2/f?p=111:1000:1289803086875801).

Wildcat Priority Areas (16)

Wildcat Priority Areas

CVS Transects (18)

CVS Transects

Saltmarsh Survey of Scotland (20)

Saltmarsh Survey of Scotland

HabMos - Native Woodland Survey Scotland - Part (22)

Part - Native Woodland Survey Scotland - NVC to AnnexI to Eunis conversion data Data from the Native Woodland survey has been extracted on the basis of NVC types mapping to specific AannexI habitats. H91A0 and H91C0

HabMoS - Saltmarsh Survey (24)

From 2010-2012 all known saltmarshes larger than 3ha were surveyed across the Scottish mainland and offshore islands, to compile the first detailed comprehensive national survey of this habitat in Scotland. All saltmarsh and brackish swamp was mapped using the National Vegetation Classification. All mapped areas were digitised to a 1:4,000 scale GIS database. The condition of each saltmarsh site visited was assessed. The primary aims of the Scottish Saltmarsh Survey (SSS) were to obtain information on the morphology, vegetation community structure and species found on saltmarsh sites above 3ha in area or 500m in linear extent. The survey was a joint project between Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) and the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA). Please see the metadata for Saltmarsh Survey of Scotland for more details about this data and the detailed report: http://www.snh.gov.uk/publications-data-and-research/publications/search-the-catalogue/publication-detail/?id=2404 Each habitat type recorded in the SSS was converted to EUNIS/Annex I in 2015 using the SNH Manual of terrestrial EUNIS habitats in Scotland http://www.snh.gov.uk/publications-data-and-research/publications/search-the-catalogue/publication-detail/?id=2207 and the associated correspondence tables http://www.snh.gov.uk/docs/A1479700.xls The proportions for mosaics that were recorded as part of the original survey were maintained. Habitat_code – This can be a EUNIS code from EUNIS , the European Nature Information System Or a new EUNIS units as created in the SNH Manual of terrestrial EUNIS habitats in Scotland http://www.snh.gov.uk/publications-data-and-research/publications/search-the-catalogue/publication-detail/?id=2207 New EUNIS units can be • new sub-type that relates to an Annex I habitat type • new sub-type that does not relate to an Annex I habitat type • composite unit that includes a number of EUNIS types, all of which translate to the same Annex I habitat type. Habitat_name – For EUNIS codes including EUNIS composite types that match Annex I habitats this is the Annex I habitat code and name as listed in http://www.snh.gov.uk/publications-data-and-research/publications/search-the-catalogue/publication-detail/? For EUNIS types that do not equal an Annex I habitat this is the EUNIS name as listed in the SNH EUNIS manual correspondence tables http://www.snh.gov.uk/docs/A1479700.xls EUNIS_COMPONENT This field is used to list the EUNIS type if Habitat_code is a composite unit. COMPONENT_NAME The name of the EUNIS type. This layer is included in the Habitat Map of Scotland and is used to provide information on the extent and distribution of 2 Annex I habitats H1310 Salicornia and other annuals colonising mud and sand A2.551 H1330 Atlantic salt meadows (Glauco-Puccinellietalia maritimae) A2.54€

HabMoS - NVC to Annex I to Eunis Conversion data (26)

Qualifying habitat types, recorded in the NVC surveys, were converted to Annex I habitats. The proportions for mosaics that were recorded as part of the original survey were maintained. The Annex I habitats were later also given EUNIS codes using the SNH Manual of terrestrial EUNIS habitats in Scotland. http://www.snh.gov.uk/publications-data-and-research/publications/search-the-catalogue/publication-detail/?id=2207 and the associated correspondence tables http://www.snh.gov.uk/docs/A1479700.xls Habitat types that did not qualify as Annex I habitats have not been reclassified as EUNIS. These records appear as Habitat_code – NONE if the habitat type did not qualify as an Annex habitat Habitat_name –NONE-ANNEXI NVC DATA if the habitat type did not qualify as an Annex I habitat. Habitats that were reclassified as Annex I habitats appear as Habitat_code – This can be a EUNIS code from EUNIS , the European Nature Information System Or a new EUNIS units as created in the SNH Manual of terrestrial EUNIS habitats in Scotland http://www.snh.gov.uk/publications-data-and-research/publications/search-the-catalogue/publication-detail/?id=2207 New EUNIS units can be • new sub-type that relates to an Annex I habitat type • new sub-type that does not relate to an Annex I habitat type • composite unit that includes a number of EUNIS types, all of which translate to the same Annex I habitat type. Habitat_name - Annex I habitat code and name as listed in http://www.snh.gov.uk/publications-data-and-research/publications/search-the-catalogue/publication-detail/?id=2207 EUNIS_COMPONENT This field is used to list the EUNIS type if Habitat_code is a composite unit. There are no EUNIS component values for the Sand Dune survey data because the habitat codes were converted to Annex1 and the EUNIS codes are the product of a mapping from Annex I to EUNIS. Therefore it is not possible to determine the components of the composite EUNIS codes. COMPONENT_NAME The name of the EUNIS component type. This field is not populated for the nvc conversion data for the reasons given for EUNIS_COMPONENT.