Conservation of coastal dunes in Spain is threatened by poorly designed infrastructure, study finds
Monday, April 25, 2011 - 12:30
in Earth & Climate
Researchers in Spain report that although the dune ecosystem is unusual, fragile and is protected by the "habitats" directive of the network Natura 2000, its conservation is very vulnerable to the proliferation of car parks, nearby buildings and inadequate boardwalks installed for protection or beach access.