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close| Location | Greenland (to Denmark), Uummannaq |
| Central coordinates | 54o 3.00' West 71o 43.00' North |
| IBA criteria | B1i |
| Area | 8,000 ha |
| Altitude | 0 - 150m |
| Year of IBA assessment | 2000 |
Ornithological information Important for moulting and breeding Anser albifrons flavirostris and the only site in Greenland where Cygnus columbianus regularly occurs.
Site description Extensive tundra with several ponds and large areas of marsh.
Populations of IBA trigger species
| Species | Season | Period | Population estimate | Quality of estimate | IBA Criteria | IUCN Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greater White-fronted Goose Anser albifrons | non-breeding | 1992 | 450 individuals | - | B1i | Least Concern |
Habitats
| IUCN habitat | Habitat detail | Extent (% of site) |
|---|---|---|
| Coastline | Mud flats & sand flats; Salt marshes | - |
| Grassland | Tundra | 50% |
| Wetlands (inland) | Rivers and streams; Standing freshwater; Water fringe vegetation | - |
Land use
| Land-use | Extent (% of site) |
|---|---|
| hunting | - |
Management considerations No serious threats are known at the site.
Protection status National None International None
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