Data Zone
Country/territory: Spain
IBA criteria met: A1, A2, B2, C1, C2, C6 (2011)
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Area: 526 hectares (5.26 km2)
| IBA conservation status | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year of assessment (most recent) | State (condition) | Pressure (threat) | Response (action) |
| 2008 | not assessed | very high | low |
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Site description (2000 baseline)
Several valleys that support the most valuable laurel Laurus forest on La Palma. Located in the north-east of the island, the site also contains mixed (Laurus and Pinus canariensis) and coniferous woodland, exposed bedrock and cliffs. In the past, forests were intensively exploited, water-ways were channelized, and livestock-grazing and hunting took place.
Key biodiversity
One of the most important sites on the island for the endemic Columba species. The site is also important for other forest passerines.
Recommended citation
BirdLife International (2024) Important Bird Area factsheet: El Canal y Los Tiles laurel forest (Spain). Downloaded from
https://datazone.birdlife.org/site/factsheet/el-canal-y-los-tiles-laurel-forest-iba-spain on 23/12/2024.