Data Zone
Year of most recent IBA criteria assessment: 2012
Populations of IBA trigger species| Species | Current IUCN Red List Category | Season | Year(s) of estimate | Population estimate | IBA Criteria Triggered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canvasback Aythya valisineria | LC | - | - | present | A4i |
| Gadwall Mareca strepera | LC | - | - | present | A4i |
| Northern Pintail Anas acuta | LC | - | - | present | A4i |
| White Ibis Eudocimus albus | LC | - | - | present | A4i |
Note: This table presents the IBA criteria triggered and the species that triggered then at the time of assessment, the current IUCN Red List category may vary from that which was in place at that time.
For more information about the IBA assessment process and criteria please click here
Protection status:
| Protected Area | Designation | Area (ha) | Relationship with IBA | Overlap with IBA (ha) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayou Teche | National Wildlife Refuge | 3,626 | protected area overlaps with site | 0 |
| Atchafalaya Delta | Wildlife Management Area and Game Preserve | 55,934 | protected area contained by site | 0 |
Recommended citation
BirdLife International (2021) Important Bird Areas factsheet: Atchafalaya Delta. Downloaded from
http://www.birdlife.org on 22/01/2021.
