Centinela mountain and La Esquina plain (2030)
Spain, Europe
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Year of last assessment: 2011
National site name: Montaña Centinela y Llano de la Esquina
Central coordinates: Latitude: 28.1500, Longitude: -16.4667
System: terrestrial
Elevation (m): 80 to 480
Area of KBA (km2): 16.79579
Protected area coverage (%): 7.79
KBA classification: Regional
Legacy site: Yes
Site details
Site description: A rocky plain located in the south-east of Tenerife, with some gullies supporting drought-tolerant vegetation (Euphorbia).
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: The site is important for steppic birds, supporting species typical of semi-arid conditions.
Habitats
Land use: agriculture (26%)
| IUCN Habitat | Coverage % | Habitat detail |
|---|---|---|
| Desert | 25 | |
| Artificial - Terrestrial | 25 | |
| Shrubland | 25 | |
| Rocky Areas(e.g., inland cliffs, mountain peaks) | 25 |
Threats
Summary of threats to biodiversity at KBA: Threats include the presence of a main road and electric powerlines and illegal hunting. Disturbance is likely due to weekend recreational activities.