Mount Winipot / Tol South (24537)
Micronesia, Federated States of, Oceania
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Global KBA criteria: B2
Year of last assessment: 2018
National site name: Mount Winipot / Tol South
Central coordinates: Latitude: 7.3393, Longitude: 151.6247
System: terrestrial
Elevation (m): 200 to 443
Area of KBA (km2): 1.43474
KBA classification: Global
Legacy site: Yes
Site details
Site description: Engbring et al. (1990) writes that Tol South has one of the most unique Native forests in Chuuk, supporting endemic vegetation and holding a number of archeological sites.
Rationale for qualifying as KBA: This site qualifies as a Key Biodiversity Area of international significance that meets the thresholds for at least one criterion described in the Global Standard for the Identification of KBAs.
Additional biodiversity: Non-bird biodiversity: Conservation targets (NBSAP, 2002) in the area include: • Upland Broadleaf Forest • Chuuk Flying Fox • Chuuk Poison Tree (Engbring et al., 1990)
Delineation rationale: 2012-12-17 (BL Secretariat): original polygon clipped to hi-res coastline (marine areas removed) following identification in October 2012 of new marine IBA offshore this site; site area consequently changed from 1500 ha (original, non-GIS) to 143 ha (new, GIS-based).
Threats
Summary of threats to biodiversity at KBA: Satellite imagery shows that development surrounds the area, thus habitat loss from agriculture and development may pose a threat. Hunting may also pose a threat.
| Threat level 1 | Threat level 2 | Threat level 3 | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture & aquaculture | Annual & perennial non-timber crops | Agro-industry farming | Only in the future |
| Residential & commercial development | Housing & urban areas | Only in the future |