Dolomites (2893)
Italy, Europe
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Year of last assessment: 2024
National site name: Dolomiti
Central coordinates: Latitude: 46.6667, Longitude: 12.0833
System: terrestrial
Elevation (m): 1215 to 3211
Area of KBA (km2): 488.22329
Protected area coverage (%): 98.68
KBA classification: Regional
Legacy site: Yes
Site details
Site description: A vast mountainous area in the eastern Alps comprising various Dolomite ranges straddling South Tyrol and Veneto. Its perimeter corresponds to that of the Fanes-Sennes-Braies, Sesto Dolomites, and Ampezzo Dolomites regional parks. <br>The vegetation varies with altitude: from mixed deciduous and coniferous forests (spruce, beech) in the valley floor to extensive larch and Swiss stone pine forests at high altitudes and rich alpine meadows. The undergrowth offers a mosaic of species such as blueberries, heather, ferns, and orchids, while species such as mountain pine characterize the rocky areas and scree slopes. <br>
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 | 38 | |
| Shrubland | 23 | |
| Grassland | 9 | |
| Rocky Areas(e.g., inland cliffs, mountain peaks) | 30 |
Additional information
Contributors: Site identified based on Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas by the BirdLife International Partnership