NM Lesser-Prairie Chicken Complex (31486)
USA, North America
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Year of last assessment: 2013
National site name: NM Lesser-Prairie Chicken Complex
Central coordinates: Latitude: 33.6667, Longitude: -103.2167
System: terrestrial
Area of KBA (km2): 6020.4339
Protected area coverage (%): 3.54
KBA classification: Global/Regional TBD
Legacy site: Yes
Site details
Rationale for qualifying as KBA: This site qualifies as a Key Biodiversity Area of international significance because it meets one or more previously established criteria and thresholds for identifying sites of biodiversity importance (including Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas, Alliance for Zero Extinction sites, and Key Biodiversity Areas)
Threats
| Threat level 1 | Threat level 2 | Threat level 3 | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture & aquaculture | Livestock farming & ranching | Agro-industry grazing, ranching or farming | Ongoing |
| Energy production & mining | Oil & gas drilling | Ongoing |