This guidance brings together and highlights considerations for Nature Network design. Primarily derived from Natural England’s Summary for Practitioners, it is underpinned by a review of the scientific literature regarding connectivity and Nature Network design.
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A Nature Network connects nature-rich sites, restoration areas, and other environmental projects through a series of areas of suitable habitat, habitat corridors and stepping-stones. As well as supporting regional and national approaches to protect and restore nature, they provide local benefits to wildlife and people.
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Across the rest of the UK and Internationally nations are carrying out work similar to Nature Networks in their aim. Information on some of these efforts, thought to be useful for practitioners Scotland, can be found here.
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The objectives of Nature Networks overlap and interact with other existing strategies. When developing Nature Networks, being aware of such strategies can allow for the delivery of multiple benefits for people and biodiversity and potential resource savings.
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Some groups are traditionally underrepresented in the environment and outdoors, and are less likely to be reached via traditional consultation and engagement processes. The guidance below highlights good practice in the implementation of projects which may contribute towards nature networks.
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