South Weno Ridge (24542)
Micronesia, Federated States of, Oceania
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Global KBA criteria: B2
Year of last assessment: 2007
National site name: South Weno Ridge
Central coordinates: Latitude: 7.4343, Longitude: 151.8508
System: terrestrial
Elevation (m): 100 to 370
Area of KBA (km2): 3.62224
KBA classification: Global
Legacy site: Yes
Site details
Site description: The Weno Ridge Forest is listed as a potential conservation area in the FSM NBSAP (2002). The ridge contains native forest but is surrounded by highly populated areas. The ridge also feeds water sources.
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. KBA identified in the CEPF Ecosystem Profile of the Polynesia-Micronesia Hotspot (2007). Taxonomy, nomenclature and threat status follow the 2003 IUCN Red List.
Additional biodiversity: Non-bird biodiversity: Conservation targets in the area include (NBSAP, 2002): • Upland Forest • Cynometra yokotai • Chuuk Flying Fox
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 300 ha (original, non-GIS) to 286 ha (new, GIS-based).
Threats
Summary of threats to biodiversity at KBA: Weno is the most highly populated island in Chuuk and home to the administrative center. The South Weno Ridge IBA is surrounded by development.
| Threat level 1 | Threat level 2 | Threat level 3 | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential & commercial development | Housing & urban areas | Only in the future |