Temática: Protected Areas

“Favorable” conservation status of a species

This occurs when population dynamics data for the species indicate that it can continue to be a vital element of its natural habitats in the long term, its natural distribution area is not decreasing or threatened with decreasing in the future, and there is sufficient habitat available […]

Conservation status of a habitat

The set of influences that act on a natural habitat and its species and that can affect their natural distribution, structure and functions, as well as the survival of their typical species, over the long term.

Conservation status of a species

The set of influences that act on the species and may affect the long-term distribution and importance of its populations in the EU.

Conservation

Set of measures necessary to maintain or restore natural habitats and populations of wild fauna and flora species in a favorable state.

Ramsar Convention

Intergovernmental treaty whose objective is the conservation and wise use of wetlands, through national action and international cooperation, in order to contribute to the achievement of sustainable development worldwide.

Ospar Agreement

Convention on the Protection of the Marine Environment of the North-East Atlantic. Its objectives are to conserve marine ecosystems, human health, and, where possible, restore marine areas that have been adversely affected by human activities by preventing and eliminating pollution and protecting them.

Protected area with sustainable use of natural resources

Areas that conserve ecosystems and habitats, along with the cultural values and traditional natural resource management systems associated with them. They are typically extensive, with the majority of the area in natural condition, a portion of which is sustainably managed, and where it is considered that […]

Wilderness area

They are generally large, unmodified or slightly modified areas that retain their natural character and influence, without significant or permanent human settlements, and are protected and managed to preserve their natural condition.

Organic farming

An agricultural production system that does not use synthetic chemicals and seeks maximum environmental balance. Natural fertilizer methods are employed and the rational use of resources: water, soil, and genetic heritage is sought.

Habitats Directive

Council Directive 92/43/EEC of 21 May 1992 on the conservation of natural habitats and of wild fauna and flora.