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The Nature of Morecambe Bay
Glossary of Legal/Technical Terms.
Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI)
A Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) is the land designated (Notified) as such by Nature England. SSSI are the finest sites for wildlife and natural features in England, supporting many characteristic, rare and endangered species, habitats and natural features.
Special Protection Area (SPA)
A Special Protection Area (SPA) is the land classified under Directive 79/409 on the Conservation of Wild Birds. Special Protection Areas (SPAs) are strictly protected sites classified in accordance with Article 4 of the EC Birds Directive, which came into force in April 1979. They are classified for rare and vulnerable birds (as listed on Annex I of the Directive), and for regularly occurring migratory species.
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