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Nätsi-Võlla


Site description (2000 baseline):

Site location and context
A large raised bog in western Estonia, with many pools.



Key biodiversity
Nätsi-Võlla bog is an important staging area for migrating Cygnus columbianus, and supports a diverse assemblage of breeding waders. Significant proportion (³1%) of national population breeding at site: Grus grus (10-20 pairs), Limosa limosa (5-10 pairs).



Pressure/threats to key biodiversity
Major threats are drainage of the surrounding area, and tourism. The IBA is a potential Ramsar Site. Research involves monitoring of birds.



Protected areas
National High International None9,831 ha of IBA covered by Nature Protection Area (Nätsi-Võlla, 9,881 ha).




Recommended citation
BirdLife International (2024) Important Bird Area factsheet: Nätsi-Võlla (Estonia). Downloaded from https://datazone.birdlife.org/site/factsheet/nätsi-võlla-iba-estonia on 23/12/2024.