Protected areas of Scotland
Designated area for protection in Scotland / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Many parts of Scotland are protected in accordance with a number of national and international designations because of their environmental, historical or cultural value. Protected areas can be divided according to the type of resource which each seeks to protect. NatureScot has various roles in the delivery of many environmental designations in Scotland, i.e. those aimed at protecting flora and fauna, scenic qualities and geological features.[1] Historic Environment Scotland is responsible for designations that protect sites of historic and cultural importance.[2] Some international designations, such as World Heritage Sites, can cover both categories of site.[3]
The various designations overlap considerably with many protected areas being covered by multiple designations with different boundaries.