Shetland Islands Dominant Marine Biotope Map

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Description of project aims

This project aims to develop a predictive map of the dominant marine biotopes surrounding the Shetland Islands. By utilising the latest available ecological, oceanographic, and habitat data, this map will provide a detailed (50m resolution) representation of benthic biotopes out to the 12nm limit.

As new data becomes available, the models and overall map will be updated to reflect changes in biotope distribution and improve its accuracy.
StatusActive
Effective start/end date1/09/23 → …

UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This project contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  • SDG 14 - Life Below Water

Keywords

  • distribution modelling
  • benthic habitats
  • biotopes
  • shetland

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  • 1 Oral presentation
  • 1 Commissioned report
  • 1 Other report
  • 1 Policy Briefing