Ligurian Alps (2717)
Italy, Europe
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Year of last assessment: 2024
National site name: Alpi Liguri
Central coordinates: Latitude: 44.0000, Longitude: 7.6667
System: terrestrial
Elevation (m): 246 to 2136
Area of KBA (km2): 234.2201
Protected area coverage (%): 80.02
KBA classification: Regional
Legacy site: Yes
Site details
Site description: The Ligurian Alps are characterised by a high level of biodiversity, due to their proximity to the sea and the rapid transition from a Mediterranean to an Alpine climate. They are distinguished by the presence of deep valleys, streams, gorges and cliffs, which are home to forests of fir and beech trees and Alpine meadows, and by the significant presence of endemic flora and fauna. The area is characterised by its proximity to the sea, but also by its high altitude, with peaks exceeding 2,000 metres, such as Monte Saccarello. The territory is home to an extraordinary concentration of plant species, many of which are endemic and found only in this area.
Manageability of the site: Site identified based on BirdLife International's Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas, under which manageability is strongly recommended but not explicitly documented
Habitats
| IUCN Habitat | Coverage % | Habitat detail |
|---|---|---|
| Forest | 76 | |
| Shrubland | 5 | |
| Other | 17 | |
| Artificial - Terrestrial | 2 |
Additional information
Contributors: Site identified based on Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas by the BirdLife International Partnership