Member State report / Art9 / 2012 / D6 / Baltic
| Report type | Member State report to Commission |
| MSFD Article | Art. 9 Determination of GES (and Art. 17 updates) |
| Report due | 2012-10-15 |
| GES Descriptor | D6 Sea-floor integrity/D1 Benthic habitats |
| Region/subregion | Baltic |
| Reported by | Member state |
| Member state | FI (https://water.europa.eu/marine/assessment-module/national-descriptors-assessments/fi/bal/d6/art9/@@view-report-data-2012) |
EE (https://water.europa.eu/marine/assessment-module/national-descriptors-assessments/ee/bal/d6/art9/@@view-report-data-2012) |
LV (https://water.europa.eu/marine/assessment-module/national-descriptors-assessments/lv/bal/d6/art9/@@view-report-data-2012) |
LT (https://water.europa.eu/marine/assessment-module/national-descriptors-assessments/lt/bal/d6/art9/@@view-report-data-2012) |
PL (https://water.europa.eu/marine/assessment-module/national-descriptors-assessments/pl/bal/d6/art9/@@view-report-data-2012) |
DE (https://water.europa.eu/marine/assessment-module/national-descriptors-assessments/de/bal/d6/art9/@@view-report-data-2012) |
DK (https://water.europa.eu/marine/assessment-module/national-descriptors-assessments/dk/bal/d6/art9/@@view-report-data-2012) |
SE (https://water.europa.eu/marine/assessment-module/national-descriptors-assessments/se/bal/d6/art9/@@view-report-data-2012) |
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| Marine reporting units | Number used | 8 |
1 |
10 |
4 |
0 |
1 |
1 |
49 |
| Features | Pressures | ChangeSalinity (2) ChangeThermal (1) ExtractSpeciesAll (2) ExtractSpeciesFishShellfish (2) InputN_Psubst (3) InputOrganics (3) IntroNIS (4) IntroNonSynthSubst (3) IntroRadioNuclides (1) IntroSynthComp (5) Litter (1) Noise (1) NutrientOrgEnrich (3) PhysDam (2) PhysDam_abrasion (1) PhysDam_extraction (1) PhysDam_silt (1) PhysDisturbance (1) PhysLoss (1) PhysLoss_Seal (1) PhysLoss_Smother (1) SystematicReleaseSubst (1) |
BioDisturb_other (1) ChangeHydrology (1) ExtractSpeciesFishShellfish (5) InputN_Psubst (79) IntroHazSubstOther (8) NutrientOrgEnrich (31) |
AcutePollutionEvents (2) ExtractSpeciesAll (1) ExtractSpeciesFishShellfish (24) InputN_Psubst (2) IntroHazSubstOther (9) IntroNIS (2) IntroNonSynthSubst (20) IntroSynthComp (3) NutrientOrgEnrich (18) PhysDam (1) PhysDam_abrasion (1) PhysDam_extraction (1) PhysLoss_Smother (1) |
Acidification (3) AcutePollutionEvents (3) BioDisturb_other (3) ChangeHydrology (4) ChangeSalinity (4) ChangeThermal (4) ExtractSpeciesAll (12) InputN_Psubst (12) InputOrganics (12) IntroHazSubstOther (8) IntroMicroPath (3) IntroNIS (4) IntroNonSynthSubst (8) IntroRadioNuclides (8) IntroSynthComp (8) Litter (4) Noise (6) NutrientOrgEnrich (3) PhysDam (4) PhysDisturbance (2) PhysLoss (4) SystematicReleaseSubst (8) |
AcutePollutionEvents (4) BioDisturb_other (8) ChangeHydrology (2) ChangeSalinity (1) ChangeThermal (1) ExtractSpeciesFishShellfish (10) InputN_Psubst (28) IntroHazSubstOther (29) IntroNIS (13) IntroNonSynthSubst (2) IntroSynthComp (2) Litter (3) Noise (5) NutrientOrgEnrich (2) PhysDam (5) PhysDisturbance (19) PhysLoss (5) |
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| GES description | D6 Sea-floor integrity/D1 Benthic habitats |
The integrity of the seabed is such that the structure and functions of the ecosystems are safeguarded and that no adverse effects are caused to the ecosystems in particular
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It can be said that good environmental status for D6 as a whole cannot yet be determined, but the minimum requirement is that... the coastal waters are in good ecological status in accordance with the WFD and that the whole territorial sea is in good chemical status. ... the habitat types listed in Annex I (LRT 11xx) to the Habitats Directive which are relevant to the marine environment of the Baltic Sea are in a favourable conservation status... the species listed in Annex II to the Habitats Directive which are relevant to the marine environment of the Baltic Sea, as well as the species listed in the Birds Directive which are relevant to the marine environment of the Baltic Sea are in a favourable conservation status... the objectives of individual species- or group-specific conventions (e.g. the GESPlan, the biological effects are the biological effects of the status, the biological effects of the environment). The list has been completed accordingly
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Havsbottnens integritet håller sig på en nivå som innebär att ekosystemens struktur och funktioner kan tryggas och att i synnerhet de bentiska ekosystemen inte påverkas negativt. Sea-floor integrity is at a level that ensures that the structure and functions of the ecosystems are safeguarded and benthic ecosystems, in particular, are not adversely affected. |
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| GES description | D6C1 Physical loss of the seabed (6.1) |
The impact of human activity, directly or indirectly, on the seabed is such that the structure and function of the ecosystems are safeguarded and, in particular, no adverse effects on the ecosystems occur.
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Impacts on sea-floor substrates, including biogenic substrates, do not involve significant and irreversible damage (Criterion D6.1.1) which threatens the sea-floor integrity (Criterion D6.1.2). |
Den samlade fysiska påverkan på havsbottensubstratet från verksamheter ligger på en nivå som ger förutsättningar för bentiska samhällen och associerade arter att upprätthålla sina ekologiska strukturer och funktioner. 6.1 The aggregate physical impact of human activities on the seabed substrate is at a level that provides conditions for the benthic community and associated species to maintain their ecological structure and functions. |
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| GES description | D6C2 Physical disturbance to the seabed (6.1) |
The impact of human activity, directly or indirectly, on the seabed is such that the structure and function of the ecosystems are safeguarded and, in particular, no adverse effects on the ecosystems occur.
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Impacts on sea-floor substrates, including biogenic substrates, do not involve significant and irreversible damage (Criterion D6.1.1) which threatens the sea-floor integrity (Criterion D6.1.2). |
Den samlade fysiska påverkan på havsbottensubstratet från verksamheter ligger på en nivå som ger förutsättningar för bentiska samhällen och associerade arter att upprätthålla sina ekologiska strukturer och funktioner. 6.1 The aggregate physical impact of human activities on the seabed substrate is at a level that provides conditions for the benthic community and associated species to maintain their ecological structure and functions. |
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| GES description | D6C3 Adverse effects from physical disturbance (6.1.2) |
Cumulative effect of human activity
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Area of affected bottom in the habitat
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| GES description | D6C4 Benthic habitat extent (1.4, 1.4.1, 1.4.2, 1.5, 1.5.1, 6.1.1) |
Habitat Areas in Finnish Sea Areas, using the EUNIS classification of habitats, under development by HELCOM Habitat Distribution Area in Finnish Sea Areas, using the EUNIS classification of habitats, under development by HELCOM Number of environmental permits granted and number of dredging spoils included The distribution of habitats corresponds to their natural characteristics |
Area extends sertain limit value Depth distribution extends to sertain limit |
Predominant habitats and habitats of special biological interest have a distribution and extent which ensures that they will continue to perform their functions in the ecosystem (Criteria D1.4.1 and D1.4.2). Predominant habitats and habitats of special biological interest have a distribution and extent which ensures that they will continue to perform their functions in the ecosystem (Criteria D1.5.1 and D1.5.2). |
1.5A Djuputbredning av makrovegetation i kustvatten (samma som 5.3A) En nivå som minst motsvarar god status för makrovegetation enligt gällande bedömningsgrund för makroalger och gömfröiga växter i kustvatten (NFS 2008:1, Bilaga 4, kap. 2.4). Livsmiljöernas utsträckning överensstämmer med rådande geomorfologiska, geografiska och klimatiska villkor. Förlust av utsträckning minimeras men rymmer en långsiktigt hållbar nivå av nyttjande. 1.5 The extent of the habitats is in line with prevailing geomorphological, geographical, and climatic conditions. The loss of extent is minimised, but accommodates a long-term sustainable level of use. Utbredning av livsmiljöer och livsmiljöbildande arter överensstämmer med rådande geomorfologiska, geografiska och klimatiska villkor. Utbredningsområden som förändrats på grund av mänsklig störning är återställda till en långsiktigt hållbar nivå. 1.4 The distribution of habitats and habitat-forming species is in line with prevailing geomorphological, geographical, and climatic conditions. Distribution areas previously changed, owing to human activities, are restored to a long-term sustainable level. |
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| GES description | D6C5 Benthic habitat condition (1.6, 1.6.1, 1.6.2, 1.6.3, 6.2, 6.2.1, 6.2.2, 6.2.3, 6.2.4) |
BBI Index for the diversity and sensitivity of coastal communities Index of the geological stability (physical integrity) of the seabed Occurrence and abundance of juvenile whitefish and flounder on shallow sandy bottoms Status of species and communities typical of habitats The functioning of the community and the abundance and diversity of species are not compromised and can provide the necessary ecosystem services (nutrient and carbon cycle) and function (nutrition, protection and reproduction). |
Realtive abundance of Fucus vesiculosus is above sertain treshold value value above treshold |
Fish Community Diversity Index (Shannon Index)
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Ecological functions, biological diversity and species abundance in the benthic community generally demonstrate a natural diversity and productivity (Criteria 6.2.1, D6.2.2, D6.2.3 and 6.2.4). The physical, hydrological and chemical conditions support the functionality of the habitat (Criteria D1.6.1, D1.6.2 and D1.6.3). |
1.6C Bottenfaunaindex (BQI) för kustvatten (samma som 5.3E och 6.2A) En nivå som minst motsvarar god status för bottenfauna enligt gällande bedömningsgrund för bottenfauna i kustvatten och vatten i övergångszon (NFS 2008:1, Bilaga 4, kap. 1.4). 1.6D Bottenfaunaindex (BQI) för utsjövatten (samma som 5.3F och 6.2B) En nivå som minst motsvarar god status för bottenfauna för de utsjövatten som angränsar till de yttre typområdena enligt gällande bedömningsgrund för bottenfauna i kustvatten och vatten i övergångszon (NFS 2008:1, Bilaga 4, kap. 1.4). 6.2A Bottenfaunaindex (BQI) för kustvatten (samma som 1.6C och 5.3E) En nivå som minst motsvarar god status för bottenfauna enligt gällande bedömningsgrund för bottenfauna i kustvatten och vatten i övergångszon (NFS 2008:1, Bilaga 4, kap. 1.4). 6.2B Bottenfaunaindex (BQI) för utsjövatten (samma som 1.6D och 5.3F) En nivå som minst motsvarar god status för bottenfauna för de utsjövatten som angränsar till de yttre typområdena enligt gällande bedömningsgrund för bottenfauna i kustvatten och vatten i övergångszon (NFS 2008:1, Bilaga 4, kap. 1.4). Det bentiska samhällets ekologiska funktioner, artdiversitet och förekomst av arter upprätthålls. 6.2 The ecological functions, species diversity, and presence of species in the benthic community are maintained. Livsmiljön är i ett tillstånd som stödjer dess ekologiska funktioner samt diversiteten i associerade samhällen. 1.6 The habitat is in a condition that supports its ecological functions and the diversity of associated communities. |
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| Threshold values | % of criteria with values (no. of criteria) | 7.1% (14) |
100.0% (4) |
0.0% (0) |
100.0% (2) |
0.0% (0) |
100.0% (1) |
0.0% (5) |
100.0% (15) |
| Proportion of area to achieve threshold values | % of criteria with values (range of values reported) | 0.0% (0 - 0) |
100.0% (100% - 100%) |
0.0% (0 - 0) |
100.0% (100 - 100) |
0.0% (0 - 0) |
0.0% (0 - 0) |
0.0% (0 - 0) |
33.3% (100 - 100) |