Starnberger See (3370)
Germany, Europe
Site overview
KBA status: confirmed
Year of last assessment: 2002
National site name: Starnberger See
Central coordinates: Latitude: 47.9167, Longitude: 11.3000
System: freshwater, terrestrial
Elevation (m): 584 to 590
Area of KBA (km2): 56.70172
Protected area coverage (%): 99.89
KBA classification: Global/Regional TBD
Legacy site: Yes
Site details
Site description: A mesotrophic freshwater lake. The southern part has reedbeds (Phragmites) and borders an area of bog. There are also a lot of small lakes (c.1 ha) with reeds.
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
Land use: tourism/recreation
| IUCN Habitat | Coverage % | Habitat detail |
|---|---|---|
| Wetlands(Inland) | 100 |
Threats
Summary of threats to biodiversity at KBA: The area is a candidate Special Area for Conservation.