Biodiversity Opportunity Areas (BOAs)

BOAs represent a targeted landscape-scale approach to conserving biodiversity in Hampshire. They identify opportunities for habitat creation and restoration where resources can be focused to have the greatest positive impact for wildlife.

BOAs were identified through extensive mapping work carried out by the Hampshire Biodiversity Information Centre (HBIC) in consultation with a wide range of biodiversity partners.

• This overview map shows the 41 BOAs in Hampshire.

• Statements have also been produced for each BOA to indicate the priorities for that area.

• Detailed individual BOA maps are available to download, or alternatively the GIS layer encompassing all the Hampshire BOAs can be requested directly from HBIC.