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Register of Protected Areas - SAC Conservation Objective Species Ground Waterbodies

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This dataset identifies groundwater bodies, as defined under the EU Water Framework Directive, that intersect with Special Areas of Conservation (SACs) designated for specific conservation objective species. These SACs are designated under the EU Habitats Directive (92/43/EEC) and the Birds Directive (79/409/EEC), which protect habitats and species across the EU. The dataset supports national reporting on protected areas in Ireland and helps assess interactions between groundwater management and conservation objectives for species-designated sites, forming part of Ireland's register of protected areas under water framework and nature conservation legislation.WFD Ground Water Bodies intersecting with Designated Special Areas of Conservation Conservation Objective Species under the EU Habitats Directive (together with the Birds Directive) - Council Directive 92/43/EE of 21st May 1992 and Directive 79/409/EEC.