Bae Aberteifi SAC ~ Cardigan Bay SAC. Introduction

4. Conservation objective, limits & monitoring

4.1 Introduction

4.2 Explanation of the structure of the conservation objective

4.3 The identification & selection of attributes for the Cardigan Bay bottlenose dolphins

4.4 Objectives, limits & monitoring

4.5 Current condition of the feature

4.6 Surveillance of additional features

4.7 Further work needed

4.1 Introduction

The purpose of the conservation objective is to define the nature conservation aspirations for the site’s bottlenose dolphins. This gives a clear purpose to the management of the site and allows us to determine, through monitoring, whether or not the objective has been met and consequently the success or otherwise of site management.

(This section is based on information provided by CCW in fulfilment of Regulation 33 of the Conservation (Natural Habitats, &c.) Regulations 1994, which require CCW to advise the other relevant authorities as to the conservation objectives for the site. A copy of this advice is available from CCW on request.