Haute Soule : Massif Forestier, Gorges d'Holzarte et d'Olhadubi (2162)
France, Europe
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Year of last assessment: 2000
National site name: Haute Soule : Massif Forestier, Gorges d'Holzarte et d'Olhadubi
Central coordinates: Latitude: 42.9667, Longitude: -0.9333
System: terrestrial
Elevation (m): 950 to 1450
Area of KBA (km2): 23.32714
Protected area coverage (%): 100.00
KBA classification: Regional
Legacy site: Yes
Site details
Site description: Quercus forests, cliffs and rocky areas, scree and mountain rivers.
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 raptors and forest breeding birds.
Habitats
Land use: agriculture | forestry | hunting | tourism/recreation
| IUCN Habitat | Coverage % | Habitat detail |
|---|---|---|
| Rocky Areas(e.g., inland cliffs, mountain peaks) | 25 | |
| Wetlands(Inland) | 25 | |
| Caves & Subterranean Habitats (non-aquatic) | 25 | |
| Forest | 25 |
Threats
Summary of threats to biodiversity at KBA: High hunting pressure, recreation and forestry are the main threats.