| Definition | Acronym | Example |
|---|
| Control whaling and ensure exploitation is sustainable | |
| Ensure sustainable exploitation of fish resources | |
| UK governmental organisation with responsibility for the conservation of wildlife and the landscape | |
| Areas of particular interest because of their plants, animals, geological features or land form | |
| Secure protection and appropriate management of the most important areas of wildlife habitat, allowing recreation and scientific research | |
| Controlled/owned by local authorities for the benefit of wildlife and public | |
| Conserve and provide opportunities for the study of marine wildlife, geology and physiographical features | |
| Protect and manage areas that are important for rare and vulnerable birds | |
| Designated under EU Birds Directive and provide rare and vulnerable animals, plants and habitats with increased protection and management | |
| A network of protected sites in the EU that combine SPA's and SAC's | |
| Programme run by Natural England to conserve particular endangered species | |
| Governmental deprtment concerning food, environment and rural affairs | |
| Protect wetlands of international importance, especially as a habitat for water birds | |
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