Oronsay
Designated Special Area of Conservation (SAC)
| Country | Scotland |
| Unitary Authority | Highlands and Islands |
| Centroid* | NR350880 |
| Latitude | 56.01166667 |
| Longitude | -6.25 |
| SAC EU Code | UK0030341 |
| Status | Designated Special Area of Conservation (SAC) |
| Area (ha) | 340.02 |
| * This is the approximate central point of the SAC. In the case of large, linear or composite sites, this may not represent the location where a feature occurs within the SAC. | |
General site character
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Coastal sand dunes, Sand beaches, Machair (100%)
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Note When undertaking an appropriate assessment of impacts at a site, all features of European importance (both primary and non-primary) need to be considered.
Annex I habitats that are a primary reason for selection of this site
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Species occurrence description not yet available.
Annex I habitats present as a qualifying feature, but not a primary reason for selection of this site
- Not Applicable
Annex II species that are a primary reason for selection of this site
- Not Applicable
Annex II species present as a qualifying feature, but not a primary reason for site selection
- Not Applicable
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