Mapping of the Capo Testa Special Area of Conservation (SAC) was completed using Google Maps following extensive in-situ field-research to establish a high accuracy in the boundaries of habitats. The Valle Della Luna & Capo Testa SAC was segmented into distinct 'Research Areas', defined by landscape morphology, local references (previously applied naming) & broad vegetative categorisation - Research Site Outline maps 001 & 003. This was then used with the 'Habitats Directory' (PDF) to create a Habitats Compendium (see maps 002 & 004) applying EUNIS classified habitats.

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A literature review of relevant information was conducted (EUNIS habitat classifications & Capo Testa SAC designations, with reference to the Natura 2000 interpretation manual of Habitat-types). All habitats were defined generally by broad group (e.g. Grassland, Woodland etc.), & then by specific EUNIS classification where applicable (e.g. Malcomietalia Dune Grasslands. Quercus Forests etc.). In certain locations a Mosaic of habitats were observed and are thus referred to as that (e.g. Rocky Grassland-Coastal Elicriso Gariga Mosaic). The Habitats Compendium, highlights each habitat within the research site, labelled & briefly described. It is recommended to use the desktop site, not the mobile site to view maps optimally.