Isles Dernieres - Timbalier Islands (29656)
USA, North America
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Year of last assessment: 2010
National site name: Isles Dernieres - Timbalier Islands
Central coordinates: Latitude: 29.0698, Longitude: -90.6448
System: marine, terrestrial
Area of KBA (km2): 702.0295
Protected area coverage (%): 1.72
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.
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 | |
| Energy production & mining | Oil & gas drilling | Ongoing | |
| Human intrusions & disturbance | Recreational activities | Ongoing |