Categories for action

The Scottish Biodiversity List has been categorised to make it easier to understand and work with. The categories for action relate to the different types of activities that public bodies carry out to deliver their Biodiversity Duty.

The categories are based on the Scottish Biodiversity List selection criteria. Some of the criteria have been sub-divided to make them fit the categories for action better.

Scottish Biodiversity List categories for action explained.

Conservation action needed

The habitats and species in most urgent need of our help.

Avoid negative impacts

Advice for regulatory authorities about how to avoid negative impacts.

Watching brief only

There is less concern for these habitats and species, which only require monitoring for now.

Communicating with the public

Iconic animals, plants and habitats of cultural significance to the Scottish People.