Mines of the region of Differdange (27270)
Luxembourg, Europe
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Year of last assessment: 2009
National site name: Minières de la région de Differdange - Giele Botter, Tillebierg, Rollesbierg, Metzerbierg et Galgebierg
Central coordinates: Latitude: 49.5167, Longitude: 5.8833
System: terrestrial
Elevation (m): 290 to 410
Area of KBA (km2): 6.83028
Protected area coverage (%): 82.57
KBA classification: Regional
Legacy site: Yes
Site details
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.
Delineation rationale: The size and the surface of the IBA corresponds ato those of the SPA 'Minières de la région de Differdange - Giele Botter, Tillebierg, Rollesbierg, Metzerbierg et Galgebierg' (Gilles Biver, LNVL) -
Habitats
| IUCN Habitat | Coverage % | Habitat detail |
|---|---|---|
| Grassland | 15 | |
| Shrubland | 12 | |
| Forest | 57 | |
| Wetlands(Inland) | 1 | |
| Rocky Areas(e.g., inland cliffs, mountain peaks) | 1 | |
| Artificial - Terrestrial | 14 |
Threats
| Threat level 1 | Threat level 2 | Threat level 3 | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Human intrusions & disturbance | Recreational activities | Ongoing | |
| Natural system modifications | Other ecosystem modifications | Ongoing |