Western Isles Peatland Management Scheme

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Project Name: Western Isles Peatland Management Scheme

Organisation / Lead partner: NatureScot

Conservation Status: Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), Special Area of Conservation (SAC), Special Protection Area (SPA)

Predominately: Upland

Peat Habitats: Blanket bog

Project Type: Restoration

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