Natura 2000 network of protected areas, UNESCO World Heritage sites and Key Biodiversity Areas (‘KBAs’), as well as other protected areas, as referred to in Appendix D of Annex II to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2021/2139.
Natura 2000 network of protected areas, UNESCO World Heritage sites and Key Biodiversity Areas (‘KBAs’), as well as other protected areas, as referred to in Appendix D of Annex II to Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2021/2139.
Global Key Biodiversity Areas (KBAs) are sites that play a crucial role in preserving biodiversity in different ecosystems. These sites are identified based on 11 criteria, including threatened biodiversity, ecological integrity, and irreplaceability. The World Database of KBAs is managed by BirdLife International.
Learn moreBiodiversity refers to the diversity of living organisms in different ecosystems, including genetic, physical, and functional variations. It also encompasses changes in population and distribution over time and space within and between species, communities, and ecosystems.
Learn moreA designated area, legally protected, managed, and aimed at preserving nature, ecosystem services, and cultural values for the future.
Learn moreBiodiversity loss refers to the decrease in genetic, species, and ecosystem diversity in a specific area due to death, destruction, or removal. It can occur at various scales, leading to reduced overall diversity.
Learn moreEcosystem resilience refers to the capacity of a natural system to sustain ecological processes and a wide range of organisms.
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