Biotopschutz in Hamburg

Hamburg is characterized by a high diversity of habitats for wild plant species and wild animal species. Almost 10% of Hamburg's land area is under nature protection.

Hamburg is characterized by a high diversity of habitats for wild plant species and wild animal species. From running waters to extensively used grassland areas to forests, Hamburg offers a habitat for many species, including rare ones. But parks, tree-lined gardens, roofs and towers can also be important biotopes. Nature conservation not only focuses on rare species such as the dormouse, kingfisher, brook lamprey, white-tailed eagle and peregrine falcon, but also on the development of the biotope network to strengthen the populations of all animal and plant species and the designation of protected areas. In addition, there is the "Hamburgisches Wattenmeer" national park with its protected areas. Further protected areas are planned.

The species and biotope protection map with its accompanying explanatory report is an essential, binding part of the landscape programme. As a comprehensive nature conservation program, it describes development goals for all areas of the city and defines measures to protect, maintain and develop the habitats of native plant and animal species. Forests, moors, heaths or grassland are included as well as residential areas and the port.

• Preservation of valuable near-natural biotopes through area protection
• Restoration of near-natural habitats and dispersal areas
• Preservation of old, non-replaceable habitats
• Preservation and development of local diversity
• Securing micro-habitats and special habitats
• Securing the habitat requirements of migratory species
• Biotope development also on settlement areas

Authority for the Environment, Climate, Energy and Agriculture