Cheolwon basin (16123)
South Korea, Asia
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Year of last assessment: 2004
National site name: Cheolwon basin
Central coordinates: Latitude: 38.2500, Longitude: 127.2167
System: freshwater, terrestrial
Elevation (m): 190 to 300
Area of KBA (km2): 101.94822
Protected area coverage (%): 1.07
KBA classification: Global/Regional TBD
Legacy site: Yes
Site details
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
Summary of habitats in KBA: Rice paddy, stream, spring
| IUCN Habitat | Coverage % | Habitat detail |
|---|---|---|
| Artificial - Terrestrial | 50 | |
| Wetlands(Inland) | 50 |
Threats
Summary of threats to biodiversity at KBA: Disturbance from visitor (tourist), road construction, pressure from development