Rochers de Biarritz : le Bouccalot et la Roche Ronde (2161)
France, Europe
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Year of last assessment: 2000
National site name: Rochers de Biarritz : le Bouccalot et la Roche Ronde
Central coordinates: Latitude: 43.5000, Longitude: -1.5667
System: marine, terrestrial
Elevation (m): 0 to 20
Area of KBA (km2): 1282.58956
Protected area coverage (%): 4.84
KBA classification: Regional
Legacy site: Yes
Site details
Site description: A small island with cliffs.
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.
Delineation rationale: Includes a large seaward extension area (127818 ha) delineated on the basis of foraging area of breeding seabirds.
Habitats
Land use: tourism/recreation
| IUCN Habitat | Coverage % | Habitat detail |
|---|---|---|
| Marine Coastal/Supratidal | 100 |
Threats
Summary of threats to biodiversity at KBA: There is considerable pressure from tourist activities.