Data Zone
Country/territory: United Kingdom
IBA criteria met: B2, C6 (2007)
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Area: 26,966 hectares (269.66 km2)
| IBA conservation status | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year of assessment (most recent) | State (condition) | Pressure (threat) | Response (action) |
| 2007 | not assessed | medium | low |
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Site description (2007 baseline)
An extensive upland plateau that is the dominant geographical feature of County Antrim. It supports fine remnant semi-natural Quercus woodlands and is drained by fast-flowing streams, including the rivers of the famous nine glens of Antrim. Human activities include commercial peat extraction. The area supports a typical assemblage of upland species and is also important for Phylloscopus sibilatrix.
Recommended citation
BirdLife International (2024) Important Bird Area factsheet: Antrim Hills (United Kingdom). Downloaded from
https://datazone.birdlife.org/site/factsheet/antrim-hills-iba-united-kingdom on 23/12/2024.