Chandeleur Islands (Breton National Wildlife Refuge) (26017)
USA, North America
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Global KBA criteria: D1a
Year of last assessment: 2012
National site name: Chandeleur Islands (Breton National Wildlife Refuge)
Central coordinates: Latitude: 29.7810, Longitude: -88.9340
System: marine, terrestrial
Elevation (m): 0 to 2
Area of KBA (km2): 1857.57463
Protected area coverage (%): 6.05
KBA classification: Global
Legacy site: Yes
Site details
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.
Habitats
| IUCN Habitat | Coverage % | Habitat detail |
|---|---|---|
| Forest | 100 |
Threats
| Threat level 1 | Threat level 2 | Threat level 3 | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natural system modifications | Dams & water management/use | Dams (size unknown) | Ongoing |
| Climate change & severe weather | Storms & flooding | Ongoing | |
| Human intrusions & disturbance | Recreational activities | Ongoing | |
| Energy production & mining | Oil & gas drilling | Ongoing |