Shuiwu (15700)
China (mainland), Asia
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Year of last assessment: 2009
National site name: Shuiwu
Central coordinates: Latitude: 29.0333, Longitude: 121.7000
System: terrestrial
Elevation (m): 200 to 600
Area of KBA (km2): 6.43651
KBA classification: Global/Regional TBD
Legacy site: Yes
Site details
Site description: Located in the south-western part of Kaihua County, the IBA is part of the Tianmu Shan ridges of the Nanling mountains.
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)
Additional biodiversity: Non-bird biodiversity: No information.
Delineation rationale: Polygon provided by Wendall – source unknown. Accuracy probably OK.
Habitats
| IUCN Habitat | Coverage % | Habitat detail |
|---|---|---|
| Forest | 100 |