Isle of May
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Location of Isle of May SAC/SCI/cSAC
Note:
When undertaking an appropriate assessment of impacts at a site, all features of European importance (both primary and non-primary) need to be considered.
Annex I habitats that are a primary reason for selection of this site
Not applicable
Annex I habitats present as a qualifying feature, but not a primary reason for selection of this site
1170 Reefs |
Annex II species that are a primary reason for selection of this site
1364 Grey seal Halichoerus grypus |
The Isle of May, lying at the entrance to the Firth of Forth on the east coast of Scotland, supports a breeding colony of grey seals Halichoerus grypus. The site is the largest east coast breeding colony of grey seals in Scotland and the fourth-largest breeding colony in the UK, contributing approximately 4.5% of annual UK pup production. |
Annex II species present as a qualifying feature, but not a primary reason for site selection
Not applicable.
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