Montagut and Montmell mountains (1917)
Spain, Europe
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Year of last assessment: 2011
National site name: Serres de Montagut i Montmell
Central coordinates: Latitude: 41.3333, Longitude: 1.5000
System: terrestrial
Elevation (m): 400 to 963
Area of KBA (km2): 511.7047
Protected area coverage (%): 59.95
KBA classification: Regional
Legacy site: Yes
Site details
Site description: A mountain range dominated by Pinus and Quercus woodland and Mediterranean scrub.
Rationale for qualifying as KBA: This site qualifies as a Key Biodiversity Area of international significance that was identified using previously established criteria and thresholds for the identification of Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas (IBAs) and for which available data indicate that it does not meet global KBA criteria and thresholds set out in the Global Standard.
Additional biodiversity: An important site for species associated with Mediterranean habitats.
Habitats
Land use: agriculture | forestry | hunting (26%) | not utilised
| IUCN Habitat | Coverage % | Habitat detail |
|---|---|---|
| Shrubland | 26 | |
| Rocky Areas(e.g., inland cliffs, mountain peaks) | 48 | |
| Forest | 26 |
Threats
Summary of threats to biodiversity at KBA: The site is threatened by spreading urban development, forest fires and the erection of powerlines.
| Threat level 1 | Threat level 2 | Threat level 3 | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natural system modifications | Fire & fire suppression | Increase in fire frequency/intensity | Ongoing |
| Residential & commercial development | Housing & urban areas | Ongoing | |
| Energy production & mining | Renewable energy | Ongoing | |
| Transportation & service corridors | Utility & service lines | Ongoing |