Epple, C., de Soye, Y. (2010). Climate change and the biodiversity of European Islands. Convention on the Conservation of European Wildlife and Natural Habitats, Standing Committee, 30th meeting. Strasbourg, 15 September 2010.
There are significant knowledge gaps concerning current and potential future impacts of climate change on European island biodiversity. However, there is enough evidence to demonstrate that impacts already take place and are likely to increase in future. This study was prepared on behalf of the Council of Europe for consideration by the Group of Experts on Biodiversity and Climate Change established under the Bern Convention in 2006. It aims to outline the state of knowledge concerning island biodiversity in Europe and the likely impacts of climate change on its components, and to provide a starting point for discussion on actions to be taken by Parties.