Marine Habitats

The marine wildlife of Torbay has been described as the jewel in
South Devon’s crown. Its sheltered limestone and sandstone shores
are rich in animals, whilst below the low water mark the Bay is
outstanding. This habitat action plan focuses on seagrass beds, marine
caves and sublittoral and littoral rock and sediment habitats.

Main Objectives & Key Actions:

1. Maintain, improve and
expand priority marine habitats
and species.

2. Increase research and monitoring
of distribution, ecology and threats to marine habitats and species.

3. Create zones to protect
sensitive habitats and species
from disturbance and seek
further protection.

4. Ensure EIAs are carried out before marine/coastal development and are taken into account in planning applications.

5. Establish partnerships to integrate effort and deliver actions.

6. Increase awareness of marine wildlife and associated threats.

Current threats to this habitat: