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Site description (2012 baseline):
Rimatara Lorikeet (EN), Rarotonga Flycatcher (EN), Atiu Swiftlet (VU) and Cook Islands Fruit-dove (VU) are all resident on the island. Wintering site for Bristle-highed Curlew (VU).
Upraised limestone island with volcanic centre. Population of 481 living in villages in the centre. Outer ring of makatea undeveloped and consisting of mostly native vegetation.
Pressure/threats to key biodiversity
Invasive species, Habitat destruction
Recommended citation
BirdLife International (2024) Important Bird Area factsheet: Atiu (Cook Islands). Downloaded from
https://datazone.birdlife.org/site/factsheet/atiu-iba-cook-islands on 22/11/2024.
