River Roe and Tributaries ASSI

The area is of special scientific interest because of the physical features of the river and its associated riverine flora and fauna. The River Roe and Tributaries ASSI includes the River Roe and its tributaries the Curly River, the Gelvin River, the Bovevagh River (and its tributary the Altahullion Burn), the Wood Burn, the Owenbeg River (and its tributary the Clogherna Burn), the Owenrigh River, the Black Burn (and its tributary the Currawable Burn) and the Owenalena River.

In total, the area encompasses approximately 87km of watercourse and is notable for the physical diversity and naturalness of the banks and channels, especially in the upper reaches, and the richness and naturalness of its plant and animal communities, in particular the population of Atlantic salmon, which is of international importance and in the extent of upland oakwood present.