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Site description (2012 baseline):
Mangaia Kingfisher (VU) and Cook Islands Warbler are resident. Wintering site for Bristle-thighed Curlew (VU).
Upraised limestone island with volcanic centre. Population of 572 living in three villages. Outer ring of makatea mostly undeveloped. The coral reef has not been surveyed to determine its status.
Pressure/threats to key biodiversity
Rats, cats and other invasive species. Habitat destruction. Over-harvesting.
Recommended citation
BirdLife International (2024) Important Bird Area factsheet: Mangaia (Cook Islands). Downloaded from
https://datazone.birdlife.org/site/factsheet/mangaia-iba-cook-islands on 23/12/2024.
