Actions to conserve biodiversity
We have summarised evidence from the scientific literature about the effects of actions to conserve wildlife and ecosystems.
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Establish riparian buffers to reduce the amount of pollutants reaching rivers and the sea Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Establish aquaculture to extract the nutrients from run-offs Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Use biodegradable fishing gear Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Recover lost or discarded fishing gear Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Offer incentives to fishers for recovering, reusing or recycling fishing gear Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Equip ports with dedicated fishing gear disposal facilities Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Improve methods for locating fishing gear Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Establish fishing gear registration programmes Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Inform fishers of the impacts of derelict fishing gear on mammals to encourage responsible disposal Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Limit, cease or prohibit discharge of solid waste overboard from vessels Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Install stormwater traps or grids Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Remove litter from marine and freshwater environments Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Delay or cease operations if marine and freshwater mammals are detected within a specified zone Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Use alternative methods instead of airguns for seismic surveys Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Reduce hammer energy during pile driving Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Limit, cease or prohibit the use of sonars Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Limit, cease or prohibit the use of underwater explosives Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Modify vessels to reduce noise disturbance Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Limit, cease or prohibit the discharge of cooling effluents from power stations Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Use methods to reduce sediment disturbance during dredging (e.g. curtains, screens) Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Limit, cease or prohibit discharge of waste effluents overboard from vessels Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Use non-toxic antifouling coatings on surfaces Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Remove and clean-up shoreline waste disposal sites Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Implement rapid response plans for stranded mammals following extreme events Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Legally protect areas where climate change impacts are predicted to be less severe Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Establish a network of legally protected areas Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Manage water levels and flow in rivers to maintain deep pools and connectivity Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Enforce existing legislation for habitat protection Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Cease or prohibit activities that cause disturbance during sensitive periods for marine and freshwater mammals Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Retain or create buffer zones around important habitats Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Create artificial habitat for marine and freshwater mammals Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Leave anthropogenic structures in place after decommissioning Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Legally protect marine and freshwater mammal species Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Place orphaned or abandoned marine and freshwater mammal young with foster parents Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Translocate marine and freshwater mammal species before onset of impactful activities Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Involve local communities in marine and freshwater mammal conservation projects Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Use biocides or other chemicals to control invasive or problematic species Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Burn vegetation before seeding/planting Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Create crevice habitats (>50 mm) on intertidal artificial structures Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Create large adjoining cavities or ‘swimthrough’ habitats (>100 mm) on intertidal artificial structures Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Control or remove non-native or nuisance species on intertidal artificial structures Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Cease or alter maintenance activities on intertidal artificial structures Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Control or remove non-native or nuisance species on subtidal artificial structures Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Reduce the slope of subtidal artificial structures Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Create large protrusions (>50 mm) on subtidal artificial structures Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Create small ridges or ledges (1–50 mm) on subtidal artificial structures Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Create large ridges or ledges (>50 mm) on subtidal artificial structures Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Create crevice habitats (>50 mm) on subtidal artificial structures Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Retain buffer zones around core habitat Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Protect or restore brownfield or ex-industrial sites Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Plant trees to reduce temperatures in cities Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Require developers to complete Environmental Impact Assessments when submitting planning applications Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Remove or change turbine lighting to reduce insect attraction Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Change turbine colour to reduce insect attraction Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Raise awareness amongst the general public to promote conservation actions Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Increase consideration of butterflies and moths in international, national and local conservation plans Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Use signs and access restrictions to reduce disturbance Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Restrict recreational activities to particular areas Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Design the route of roads to maximize habitat block size Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Minimize road lighting to reduce insect attraction Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Protect and connect habitat along elevational gradients Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Enhance natural habitat to improve landscape connectivity to allow for range shifts Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Manage natural waterbodies in arid areas to prevent desiccation Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Create microclimate and microhabitat refuges Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Provide shelter habitat against highly adverse weather conditions Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Legally protect butterflies and moths Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Use education programmes and local engagement to reduce persecution or exploitation of species Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Legally protect large native trees Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Strengthen cultural traditions such as sacred groves that prevent timber harvesting Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Use patch retention harvesting instead of clearcutting Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Use leave-tree harvesting instead of clearcutting Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Retain riparian buffer strips during timber harvest Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Reduce planting density to create warmer woodlands Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Use fire suppression/control Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Remove or control non-native predators Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Replant alternative host plants or disease resistant individuals to combat losses to disease Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Increase biosecurity checks Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Restrict the sale of problem species in garden centres and pet shops Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Introduce legislation to control the use of hazardous substances Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Use fencing to reduce pesticide and nutrient run-off into margins, waterways and ponds Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Restrict timing of lighting to conserve areas with natural light regimes Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Restrict use of polarized light Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Use glazing treatments to reduce light spill from inside lit buildings Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Introduce mated females to increase genetic diversity Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Manage host species’ populations for the benefit of dependent parasite/mutualist species Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Plant crops in spring rather than autumn Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Create scrapes and pools Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Maintain or restore native wood pasture and parkland Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Manage ditches to benefit butterflies and moths Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link | |
Plant in-field trees (e.g. copses) Action Link |
No evidence found (no assessment) | 0 | Synopsis Link |
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What are 'Individual studies' and 'Actions'?
Individual studies
An individual study is a summary of a specific scientific study, usually taken from a scientific journal, but also from other resources such as reports. It tells you the background context, the action(s) taken and their consequences.
If you want more detail please look at the original reference.
Actions
Each action page focuses on a particular action you could take to benefit wildlife or ecosystems.
It contains brief (150-200 word) descriptions of relevant studies (context, action(s) taken and their consequences) and one or more key messages.
Key messages show the extent and main conclusions of the available evidence. Using links within key messages, you can look at the paragraphs describing each study to get more detail. Each paragraph allows you to assess the quality of the evidence and how relevant it is to your situation.
Where we found no evidence, we have been unable to assess whether or not an intervention is effective or has any harmful impacts.