The distribution and naturalness of peatland on Terceira Island (Azores): instruments to define priority areas for conservation and restoration
The study reported here used spatial analysis to assess the effectiveness of the legal nature protection framework in supporting the conservation of peatlands on Terceira Island (Azores archipelago, Portugal) and identify potential improvements. Terceira has 3011 ha of peatland, of which 44 % is for...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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International Mire Conservation Group and International Peatland Society
2019-12-01
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Series: | Mires and Peat |
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Online Access: | http://mires-and-peat.net/media/map24/map_24_35.pdf |