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close| Location | Finland, Länsi-Suomen lääni |
| Central coordinates | 22o 55.00' East 63o 6.00' North |
| IBA criteria | A4i, B1i, C3 |
| Area | 438 ha |
| Altitude | 27 m |
| Year of IBA assessment | 2000 |
Ornithological information Probably the second-best staging area for Anser fabalis fabalis in Finland. The ornithological importance of the area is mainly restricted to periods of spring flooding. Species of global conservation concern that do not meet IBA criteria: Anser erythropus (max. 2 birds, passage), Crex crex (max. 5 pairs, breeding).
Site description Open agricultural fields at the junction of the Lapua and Kauhava rivers. Spring cereals, turnip, rape and potato are the most common crops.
Populations of IBA trigger species
| Species | Season | Period | Population estimate | Quality of estimate | IBA Criteria | IUCN Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bean Goose Anser fabalis | passage | 1996 | 3,000-5,000 individuals | medium | A4i, B1i, C3 | Least Concern |
Habitats
| IUCN habitat | Habitat detail | Extent (% of site) |
|---|---|---|
| Wetlands (inland) | Rivers and streams | 5% |
| Artificial landscapes (terrestrial) | 95% |
Land use
| Land-use | Extent (% of site) |
|---|---|
| agriculture | 98% |
| urban/industrial/transport | 2% |
Management considerations The importance of the area depends on the continuity of local farming.
Protection status National None International None
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Recommended citation BirdLife International (2013) Important Bird Areas factsheet: Alajoki. Downloaded from http://www.birdlife.org on 23/05/2013
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