Grosser Plöner See (3304)
Germany, Europe
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Global KBA criteria: D1a
Year of last assessment: 2002
National site name: Grosser Plöner See
Central coordinates: Latitude: 54.1333, Longitude: 10.4167
System: freshwater, terrestrial
Elevation (m): 20 to 30
Area of KBA (km2): 45.80485
Protected area coverage (%): 98.98
KBA classification: Global
Legacy site: Yes
Site details
Site description: A eutrophic lake with reedbeds (Phragmites).
Rationale for qualifying as KBA: This site qualifies as a Key Biodiversity Area of international significance that meets the thresholds for at least one criterion described in the Global Standard for the Identification of KBAs.
Habitats
Land use: tourism/recreation
| IUCN Habitat | Coverage % | Habitat detail |
|---|---|---|
| Wetlands(Inland) | 100 |
Threats
Summary of threats to biodiversity at KBA: Boating, camping, and walking are the main threats.