The site includes a group of low hills crossed by the River Ebro and a reservoir. The vegetation is a mixture of Pinus woodland, scrub and grassland. Alluvial woodland occurs around parts of the reservoir. The main human activities are livestock-farming and fishing.
Key biodiversity
This is an important site for raptors and species characteristic of Mediterranean habitats.
Pressure/threats to key biodiversity
The main threats are from irrigation schemes, hydro-power schemes, fires, illegal hunting, logging and recreational activities.
Protected areas
National None International None
Recommended citation
BirdLife International (2022) Important Bird Areas factsheet: Valdurrios-Serreta Negra and Los Rincones mountain ranges. Downloaded from
http://www.birdlife.org on 23/05/2022.
