Pcinja (3127)
Serbia, Europe
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Year of last assessment: 2019
National site name: Dolina Pčinje
Central coordinates: Latitude: 42.3610, Longitude: 22.0012
System: terrestrial
Elevation (m): 410 to 1345
Area of KBA (km2): 145.0292
Protected area coverage (%): 24.44
KBA classification: Global/Regional TBD
Legacy site: Yes
Site details
Site description: An extensive valley surrounded by the mountains of Kozjak, Rujen and Vlasinske in south-east Serbia, on the borders with Macedonia and Bulgaria. The diverse vegetation reflects sub-Mediterranean influences. Degraded oak <I>Quercus</I> forest occurs with open, dry grassland and areas of scrub. Human activities include cattle-rearing and some agriculture, as well as tourism at a low level.</P>
Rationale for qualifying as KBA: This is an important site for a number of species associated with open, heterogeneous landscapes.</P>
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 | 35 | |
| Shrubland | 25 | |
| Grassland | 10 | |
| Wetlands(Inland) | 3 | |
| Rocky Areas(e.g., inland cliffs, mountain peaks) | 15 | |
| Artificial - Terrestrial | 10 |
Threats
Summary of threats to biodiversity at KBA: The main threat is the illegal hunting of birds. A management plan exists for the site.</P>
Additional information
Contributors: Site identified based on Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas by the BirdLife International Partnership