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close| Location | Lithuania, Kaunas |
| Central coordinates | 23o 55.00' East 54o 44.00' North |
| IBA criteria | B2 |
| Area | 600 ha |
| Altitude | 50 - 80m |
| Year of IBA assessment | 2000 |
Ornithological information During the period 1995-1996 up to 10 pairs of breeding Sterna albifrons were found breeding in the area. Breeding species of global conservation concern that do not meet IBA criteria: Crex crex (a few calling males).
Site description A complex of intensively farmed fish-ponds.
Populations of IBA trigger species
| Species | Season | Period | Population estimate | Quality of estimate | IBA Criteria | IUCN Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Bittern Botaurus stellaris | breeding | 1998 | 4-6 breeding pairs | - | B2 | Least Concern |
| Little Tern Sterna albifrons | breeding | 1998 | max 20 breeding pairs | medium | B2 | Least Concern |
Habitats
| IUCN habitat | Habitat detail | Extent (% of site) |
|---|---|---|
| Forest | 5% | |
| Grassland | 5% | |
| Wetlands (inland) | Standing freshwater; Water fringe vegetation | 75% |
| Artificial landscapes (terrestrial) | Highly improved re-seeded landscapes; Other urban and industrial areas | 15% |
Land use
| Land-use | Extent (% of site) |
|---|---|
| fisheries/aquaculture | 80% |
| tourism/recreation | 20% |
Management considerations Intensive aquaculture poses a threat through drastic changes in habitat, e.g. ponds may be drained at the time of year when they are most important for birds.
Protection status National None International None
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Recommended citation BirdLife International (2013) Important Bird Areas factsheet: Islauzas fish-ponds. Downloaded from http://www.birdlife.org on 24/05/2013
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