Aogashima island (15043)
Japan, Asia
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Year of last assessment: 2004
National site name: Aogashima island
Central coordinates: Latitude: 32.4500, Longitude: 139.7667
System: marine, terrestrial
Elevation (m): 0 to 423
Area of KBA (km2): 5.97396
Protected area coverage (%): 1.77
KBA classification: Global/Regional TBD
Legacy site: Yes
Site details
Site description: Aogashima island, which is located 67 km south of Hachijojima, is an oval islet with an area of 5.98 km2 and the circumference of 9 km. It is a typical double volcano with a caldera, and abrasion cliffs at a height of 50 m to 200 m can be seen along the coast.
Rationale for qualifying as KBA: This site qualifies as a Key Biodiversity Area of international significance because it meets one or more previously established criteria and thresholds for identifying sites of biodiversity importance (including Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas, Alliance for Zero Extinction sites, and Key Biodiversity Areas)
Habitats
| IUCN Habitat | Coverage % | Habitat detail |
|---|---|---|
| Forest | 100 |
Threats
| Threat level 1 | Threat level 2 | Threat level 3 | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transportation & service corridors | Roads & railroads | Ongoing |