Hadiboh estuaries of Hadiboh, Sheck and Sirhan (Socotra) (32174)
Yemen, Middle East
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Year of last assessment: 2014
National site name: Hadiboh estuaries of Hadiboh, Sheck and Sirhan (Socotra)
Central coordinates: Latitude: 12.6500, Longitude: 54.0333
System: freshwater, terrestrial
Elevation (m): 0 to 20
Area of KBA (km2): 17.14286
Protected area coverage (%): 100.00
KBA classification: Global/Regional TBD
Legacy site: Yes
Site details
Site description: Comprises Hadiboh, Sheck and Sirhan estuaries
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: Three palm-fringed estuaries on the edge of the capital with permanent water. An important demonstration site for education – showing people birds, as close views can be obtained of most birds.
Threats
Summary of threats to biodiversity at KBA: Road and ribbon development, pollution from waste poured into the feed wadis; human disturbance.