Lough McCall ASSI

Protected area type: Areas of Special Scientific Interest

Feature type:

Habitat

County:

Tyrone

Council: Mid-Ulster

Guidance and literature: Lough McCall ASSI

Lough McCall is of special scientific interest because of its wetland flora and fauna. Although relatively small, it is a diverse area with several wetland plant communities ranging from fen vegetation to swamp and open water.

A wide range of wetland plants occur, some of which are scarce. In addition, the invertebrate community is important for its overall diversity and includes species which have a restricted distribution within the United Kingdom.

ASSI Guidance for Public Bodies/Competent Authorities
Coastal Areas of Special Scientific Interest
Conservation Management Plans (CMPs)
European Marine Sites - Marine Special Areas of Conservation and Special Protection Areas
Introduction to Conservation Management Plans (CMPs) for Northern Ireland’s Special Areas of Conservation
Marine Conservation Zones
Marine Protected Areas
Marine Ramsar sites
Portrush Coastal Zone
Special Areas of Conservation
Special Areas of Conservation for Harbour porpoise
Special Protection Areas

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