In this report we present the results of the action "Inventory of habitat 8310 in the project sites" (action A1.2) which aims to collect and analyze data to describe and evaluate the conservation of habitat 8310 (Caves not open in the public) in 8 sites of the project (Figure 1), the relevant invertebrate fauna and the typical species. In addition, a brief reference is made to some interesting species in the lower Panagopoula’s tunnel (nr 8, Figure 1) although as a technical work is irrelevant with habitat 8310.

The present deliverable constitutes the updated and detailed monitoring plan of the project Life – Nature: “Greek Caves and Bats: Management Actions and Change of Attitude (GRECABAT) - LIFE17 NAT/GR/000522, which was carried out in the framework of the Action D1. The initial "Project monitoring plan" submitted in February 2019. The object of this deliverable is to ensure that project actions will have a concrete, measurable and with a clear benefit output for the targeted bat species and habitat 8310.

The present report concerns the quantitative and qualitative assessment of attitudes and behaviours of specific population groups in the project implementation areas regarding the protection and management of caves and cave life (Habitat 8310 and bats), as well as the assessment of their willingness to support actions for their protection and management.

For the first time in Greece, a multimedia virtual reality application was created to present the cave habitat and life in caves. The aim of this particular action was to create an alternative way to demonstrate/present cave habitat without the physical presence of visitors inside caves. Through the app, the user has the opportunity to briefly experience the joy of exploring a cave and the life it hosts.