PPS 2 Natural Heritage·Page 19·5.4
Protected Species Lists and Legislation
European protected species are listed under Annex IV of the Habitats Directive (Schedule 2 of Habitats Regulations), and national protected species are listed under the Wildlife Order (Schedules 1, 5, and 8). All fish are protected.
European protected species are listed under Annex IV of the Habitats Directive (transposed under Schedule 2 of the Habitats Regulations) and must be subject to a system of strict protection. Other national protected species are listed under the Wildlife Order under Schedules (1), (5) & (8).
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