The NVC is a detailed phytosociological classification, which assesses the full suite of vascular plant, bryophyte and macro-lichen species within nearly all natural, semi-natural and artificial vegetation communities in terrestrial, freshwater and maritime habitats across England, Wales and Scotland. More...

Marine surveys primarily involve transect based assessments for cetaceans (whales and dolphins) and seabirds in relation to offshore wind farm developments. Additionally, marine biotope surveys can be carried out in intertidal and shallow water seas. More...

The JNCC has published specific classifications for freshwater ecosystems, namely a botanical classification using macrophyte flora and a classification for running waters based on their aquatic plant communities. More...