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Marine Habitat Classification

The Marine Habitat Classification for Britain and Ireland lists all seafloor habitats currently known to occur in UK waters. These habitats are organised in a hierarchy whereby each level introduces more detail.

Visit the JNCC Marine Habitat Classification site to browse the classification hierarchy and view full details of all biotopes and habitats. 

Marine Habitat Classification microsite

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