The islets are approximately 300 m from the shore and are vegetated with phrygana. The main human activities are water-sports and angling.
Key biodiversity
The site is important for species associated with coastal cliffs.
Pressure/threats to key biodiversity
Potential threats to the site are disturbance from tourists and fishermen.
Protected areas
National None International None
Recommended citation
BirdLife International (2023) Important Bird Areas factsheet: Islets of western Limnos and cape Mourtzeflos. Downloaded from
http://www.birdlife.org on 27/03/2023.