Dry Atlantic coastal heaths with Erica vagans
Description (English)
Coastal heaths of temperate areas with Erica vagans and Ulex europaeus on well drained soil, other than cushiony maritime formations
Source: Interpretation Manual of European Union Habitats, version EUR 28 (2013)
Quick facts
EU Habitats Directive | Annex I habitat type (code 4040) |
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Habitat type | Priority |
Natura 2000 sites | 27 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
Species scientific name | English common name | Species group |
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Erica vagans | Flowering Plants | |
Ulex europaeus | Flowering Plants |
Natura 2000 sites
Protected in the following Natura 2000 sites
Protected sites
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Mentioned in the following international legal instruments and agreements
Relation to habitat classifications
Classification | Code | Habitat type name | Relationship type |
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National Vegetation Classification (UK) | H6 | Erica vagans Ulex europaeus heath | not defined |