Intermittently flowing Mediterranean rivers of the Paspalo-Agrostidion
Description (English)
Intermittently flowing Mediterranean rivers with the Paspalo-Agrostidion communities. They correspond to the rivers Pal. type 24.53, but with the particularity of an interrupted flow and a dry bed during a part of the year. The bed of the river can be completely dry or left with some pools.
Source: Interpretation Manual of European Union Habitats, version EUR 28 (2013)
Quick facts
| EU Habitats Directive | Annex I habitat type (code 3290) |
|---|---|
| Habitat type | Not priority |
| Natura 2000 sites | 304 are designated for this habitat type |
Distribution
Conservation status
EU conservation status
Conservation status assesses every six years and for each biogeographical region the condition of habitats and species compared to the favourable status as described in the Habitats Directive. The map shows the 2013-2018 assessments as reported by EU Member State. Assessments are further detailed in the summary document available behind the link below.
Species mentioned in habitat description
Flowering Plants
Polygonum amphibium
Flowering Plants
Potamogeton natans
Flowering Plants
Potamogeton nodosus
Flowering Plants
Potamogeton pectinatus
Flowering Plants
Ranunculus fluitans
| Species scientific name | English common name | Species group |
|---|---|---|
| Polygonum amphibium | Flowering Plants | |
| Potamogeton natans | Flowering Plants | |
| Potamogeton nodosus | Flowering Plants | |
| Potamogeton pectinatus | Flowering Plants | |
| Ranunculus fluitans | Flowering Plants |
