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21A0 - Machairs (*en Irlanda)

Ámbito: Terrestre (incl. fluvial) identificador: 21A0

Nombre original EUR28

21A0 - Machairs (* in Ireland)

Descripción original en inglés (EUR28)

Complex habitat comprised of a sandy coastal plain resulting partially from grazing and/or rotational cultivation, in an oceanic location with a cool, moist climate. The wind blown sand has a significant percentage of shell derived material, forming a lime rich soil with pH values normally greater than 7. Vegetation is herbaceous, with a low frequency of sand binding species.

Especies presentes (EUR28)

Correspondencias con otras clasificaciones (EUR28)

Bibliografía (EUR28)

Bassett, A. & Curtis, T.G.F. (1985). The nature and occurrence of sand-dune machair in Ireland. Proceedings of the Royal Irish Academy. 85B: 1 - 20.

Curtis, T.G.F. (1991). The flora and vegetation of sand dunes in Ireland. In: A Guide to the Sand Dunes of Ireland (M.B. Quigley, Ed.). 42-46. European Union for Dune Conservation and Coastal Management

Ritchie, W. (1975). The meaning and definition of machair. Transactions of the Botanical Society of Edinburgh, 42, 431-440.