Wadi Di Negehen (Socotra) (32173)
Yemen, Middle East
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Year of last assessment: 2016
National site name: Wadi Di Negehen (Socotra)
Central coordinates: Latitude: 12.6167, Longitude: 54.0500
System: terrestrial
Elevation (m): 100 to 400
Area of KBA (km2): 7.45238
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)
Additional biodiversity: Important for Odonata.
Habitats
Summary of habitats in KBA: Rocky hillsides with sub-montane, semi-deciduous woodland; some large trees; wadi well-fed from the Haggehers with running water year-round.
| IUCN Habitat | Coverage % | Habitat detail |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 50 | |
| Rocky Areas(e.g., inland cliffs, mountain peaks) | 50 |
Threats
Summary of threats to biodiversity at KBA: Increasing tourism is a potential threat.
| Threat level 1 | Threat level 2 | Threat level 3 | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Human intrusions & disturbance | Recreational activities | Only in the future |