Natura 2000 Day 🌳 33 years of nature protection.
🦋 Then why ‘2000’?
It was the target year to complete the network, and a symbol of a new era for nature conservation in Europe.
Despite its name, Natura 2000 has expanded far beyond its original timeline, supporting biodiversity projects across the EU.
🌱 How big is it?
Over 27,000 protected sites across the EU, covering over 18% of land and 8% of seas.
📍 Find one near you with our search tool: https://europa.eu/!bv3FWx