The natural environment of the Outer Hebrides

Publication Type:Journal Article
Year of Publication:1979
Authors:J. Morton Boyd
Journal:Proc. R. Soc. Edinburgh. Sect. B. Biol. Sci.
Volume:77
Pagination:3–19
Date Published:dec
ISSN:0269-7270
ISBN Number:doi:10.1017/S0269727000012604
Keywords:Outer Hebrides
Abstract:

The historical review of scientific work done in the Outer Hebrides precedes a scientific profile of the archipelago including geographical, geological, botanical, zoological and resource outlines. Effects of the use of natural resources by man on the natural environment are discussed. Management of land and water for the purposes of nature conservation are given by descriptions of the Loch Druidibeg and Monach Islands National Nature Reserves and other Sites of Special Scientific Interest. These exemplify existing case studies and procedures in nature conservation conducted by the Nature Conservancy Council and others. In conclusion, the Outer Hebrides are set in the context of the National Planning Guidelines of the Scottish Development Department which show resources of ‘national’ importance in agriculture and nature conservation.

URL:http://journals.cambridge.org/abstract_S0269727000012604
DOI:10.1017/S0269727000012604
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