Ontology

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A biosphere reserve is a protected area that has the biosphere reserve role, i.e. it is protected for conserving biodiversity, promoting sustainable development, and supporting research and education, within the UNESCO "Man and the Biosphere" (MAB) Programme.

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A bird sanctuary is a protected area that has the bird sanctuary role, which is aimed at protecting and conserving endangered and migratory bird species, within the European "Natura 2000" network of protected areas.

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A fauna flora habitat is a protected area that has the Fauna Flora Habitat role, aimed at conserving natural habitats and wild fauna and flora, within the European "Natura 2000" network of protected areas.

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A protected landscape area is a protected area that has the protected landscape area role, i.e. it is aimed at conserving and enhancing the natural and cultural landscape, while allowing for sustainable land use and recreational activities.

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A water protection area is a protected area that has the water protection area role, i.e. it is aimed at safeguarding the quality and quantity of water resources, including surface water and groundwater.