description reflects the fractions found during this survey as well as some of the key species. Unfortunately, these matches were not always definite and limited (or no) situation and temporal data available, makes these biotopes to uncertain to be assigned with confidence (Connor et al., 2004). These were encountered mainly in the offshore survey area.
125. Other biotope complexes assigned included SS.SMX.CMx (Circalittoral mixed sediment) where the contribution of coarser and finer fractions was more proportionate and also where the underwater photography revealed the presence of pebbles and/or cobbles on the sediment surface. The biotope SS.SMU.CSaMu (Circalittoral sandy mud) was allocated to site 39 only, where the mud fraction exceeded 40%.
126. Their distribution along the cable route is presented in Figure 3.13.
Table 3.6 Biotopes per Site. Biotopes Within the Statistical Groupings (21% similarity) are Also Presented.
