Ice caps and true glaciers
Common name:
Ice caps and true glaciers
Habitat code:
H4.2
Description:
Permanent and near-permanent ice. Includes ice sheets, ice caps, cirque glaciers, valley glaciers, and small ice masses (glacierets) that are either permanent or persist for a few years.
References:
Hill, M.O., Moss, D. & Davies, C.E., 2004
| Legal instrument | Habitat type legal name | Habitat type legal code |
|---|---|---|
| EU Habitats Directive Annex I | Permanent glaciers | 8340 |