Sub and Intertidal zone within approximately 1nm of Rathlin Island, Northern Ireland.

Habitat characterisation; Habitat extent; Insect and earthworm taxonomy-related ash-free dry weight biomass per unit area of the littoral zone; Insect and earthworm taxonomy-related abundance per unit area of the littoral zone; Insect and earthworm taxonomy-related abundance per unit area of the bed; Insect and earthworm taxonomy-related ash-free dry weight biomass per unit area of the bed; Sediment grain size parameters; Zoobenthos dry weight biomass; Zoobenthos taxonomic abundance; Zoobenthos taxonomy-related counts; Zoobenthos taxonomy-related wet weight biomass per unit area of the bed

Sidescan sonars; multi-beam echosounders; sediment grabs; observers

Investigative monitoring of Rathlin Islands inter and subtidal habitats using a combination of remote, visual and somar techniques. Results will fullfill the requirements of the designation of Rathlin Island as a potential SAC. Work carried out in collaboration with DARDNI and University of Ulster.

Northern Ireland Environment Agency
Klondyke Building
Belfast
County Antrim, Northern Ireland
BT7 2JA
United Kingdom