Limestone plateau above Siko village, Socotra (32172)
Yemen, Middle East
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Year of last assessment: 2016
National site name: Limestone plateau above Siko village, Socotra
Central coordinates: Latitude: 12.3833, Longitude: 53.6333
System: terrestrial
Elevation (m): 0 to 650
Area of KBA (km2): 38.31674
Protected area coverage (%): 100.00
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)
Habitats
Summary of habitats in KBA: Croton-covered rocky limestone slopes rising from a Croton plain. Hillsides dissected by deep, rocky, well-wooded ravines.
| IUCN Habitat | Coverage % | Habitat detail |
|---|---|---|
| Forest | 5 | |
| Shrubland | 48 | |
| Rocky Areas(e.g., inland cliffs, mountain peaks) | 48 |
Threats
Summary of threats to biodiversity at KBA: Probably overgrazing.
| Threat level 1 | Threat level 2 | Threat level 3 | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture & aquaculture | Livestock farming & ranching | Small-holder grazing, ranching or farming | Ongoing |