Ruunaa (1322)
Finland, Europe
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Year of last assessment: 2025
National site name: Ruunaa
Central coordinates: Latitude: 63.3833, Longitude: 30.6667
System: terrestrial, freshwater
Elevation (m): 120 to 120
Area of KBA (km2): 120.00308
Protected area coverage (%): 99.73
KBA classification: Regional
Legacy site: Yes
Site details
Site description: A large boreal area located east of Pielinen lake and adjacent to the Russian border. Ruunaa lake lies in the heart of the area and divides the site in two: to the east is a conservation and wilderness area, whilst to the west more recreational activities such as boating and fishing take place. There are many lakes within the site and a spectacular network of rivers and streams. Most of the land is covered by stands of dry <I>Pinus sylvestris</I> heath and numerous small bogs.</P>
Rationale for qualifying as KBA: An important breeding area for boreal birds including <I>Tetrao urogallus</I> (100-500 pairs).</P>
Manageability of the site: Site identified based on BirdLife International's Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas, under which manageability is strongly recommended but not explicitly documented
Habitats
| IUCN Habitat | Coverage % | Habitat detail |
|---|---|---|
| Forest | 55 | |
| Wetlands(Inland) | 50 |
Threats
Summary of threats to biodiversity at KBA: Part of the area is a candidate SAC.</P>
| Threat level 1 | Threat level 2 | Threat level 3 | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natural system modifications | Dams & water management/use | Abstraction of ground water (unknown use) | Only in the past and unlikely to return |
Additional information
Contributors: Site identified based on Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas by the BirdLife International Partnership