Quercus, Carpinus, Ostrya and Castanea forest and high sea cliffs.
Key biodiversity
This is an important site for breeding raptors.
Protected areas
National High International None1,450 ha of IBA covered by Ornithological Reserves (Cres, 1,450 ha).
Recommended citation
BirdLife International (2023) Important Bird Areas factsheet: Special Ornithological Reserves on Cres island. Downloaded from
http://www.birdlife.org on 29/03/2023.