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close| Location | Lithuania, Panevezys |
| Central coordinates | 24o 12.00' East 55o 32.00' North |
| IBA criteria | B2 |
| Area | 8,680 ha |
| Altitude | 70 - 100m |
| Year of IBA assessment | 2000 |
Ornithological information An important site for breeding birds of prey (especially Aquila pomarina), Ciconia nigra (no population estimate), and rare woodpecker species in Lithuania. Species of global conservation concern that do not meet IBA criteria: Haliaeetus albicilla (on passage), Crex crex (5-6 calling males).
Site description A tract of mixed and deciduous forest, in central Lithuania, most of which is managed.
Populations of IBA trigger species
| Species | Season | Period | Population estimate | Quality of estimate | IBA Criteria | IUCN Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Stork Ciconia nigra | breeding | 1999 | 1-5 breeding pairs | unknown | B2 | Least Concern |
| Lesser Spotted Eagle Aquila pomarina | breeding | 1996 | 1-8 breeding pairs | unknown | B2 | Least Concern |
Protected areas
| Protected area | Designation | Area (ha) | Relationship with IBA | Overlap with IBA (ha) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krekenava | Regional Park | 11,929 | protected area contains site | 8,680 |
Habitats
| IUCN habitat | Habitat detail | Extent (% of site) |
|---|---|---|
| Forest | Broadleaved deciduous woodland; Mixed woodland | 50% |
| Grassland | 15% | |
| Wetlands (inland) | Rivers and streams | 10% |
| Artificial landscapes (terrestrial) | Arable land; Urban parks and gardens | 25% |
Land use
| Land-use | Extent (% of site) |
|---|---|
| agriculture | 40% |
| forestry | 50% |
| hunting | 10% |
Management considerations Forest management causes disturbance to birds.
Protection status National High International None8,680 ha of IBA covered by Regional Park (Krekenava, 11,929 ha).
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Recommended citation BirdLife International (2013) Important Bird Areas factsheet: Krekenava forests. Downloaded from http://www.birdlife.org on 18/06/2013
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