Data Zone
Country/territory: Kiribati
IBA Justification: A4ii (2008)
Area: 428 hectares (4.28 km2)
| Conservation status of the Important Bird Area (IBA) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year of assessment (most recent) | State (condition) | Pressure (threat) | Response (action) |
| 2007 | favourable | low | not assessed |
Site description (2010 baseline)
The atoll forms an elongated structure enclosing a narrow lagoon. There are two passes that split the rim into three sections.
Key biodiversity
The island supports substantial seabird populations.
Non-bird biodiversity: Coconut Crab is present in reasonable densities on the island.
Recommended citation
BirdLife International (2025) Important Bird Area factsheet: Nikumaroro (Gardner Island) (Kiribati). Downloaded from
https://datazone.birdlife.org/site/factsheet/nikumaroro-(gardner-island)-iba-kiribati on 08/01/2025.