Caves not open to the public
Description (English)
Caves not open to the public, including their water areas and flows, hosting specialised or high endemic species, or that are of paramount importance for the conservation of Annex II species (e.g. bats, amphibians).
Source: Interpretation Manual of European Union Habitats, version EUR 28 (2013)
Quick facts
| EU Habitats Directive | Annex I habitat type (code 8310) |
|---|---|
| EU conservation status by biogeographical region | Alpine - Poor |
| Atlantic - Unknown | |
| Black Sea - Poor | |
| Boreal - Good | |
| Continental - Poor | |
| Macaronesian - Good | |
| Mediterranean - Unknown | |
| Pannonian - Poor | |
| Steppic - Good | |
| Habitat type | Not priority |
| Natura 2000 sites | 1972 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
Amphibians
Proteus anguinus
Mosses & Liverworts
Schistostega pennata
| Species scientific name | English common name | Species group |
|---|---|---|
| Proteus anguinus | Olm | Amphibians |
| Schistostega pennata | Mosses & Liverworts |