Science for Environment Policy (2014) Issue 359 Connectivity between protected areas is vital for safeguarding many animals and plants. New research has shown that Natura 2000 sites are well connected across provincial borders in Germany, Italy and Spain. This is the result of strong coordination from central governments combined with good regional cooperation, the study's authors conclude. Source: Opermanis, O., MacSharry, B., Evans, D. et al. (2013). Is the connectivity of the Natura 2000 network better across internal or external administrative borders? Biological Conservation. 166: 170–174. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.biocon.2013.06.019
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