Data Zone
Country/territory: Finland
IBA criteria met: B2, B3, C7 (2000)
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Area: 5,793 hectares (57.93 km2)
| IBA conservation status | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year of assessment (most recent) | State (condition) | Pressure (threat) | Response (action) |
| 2010 | moderate | low | low |
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Site description (2000 baseline)
A mosaic of aapa mires and old-growth forests, with numerous lakes, ponds and rivers in southern Kuusamo. The forests hold very old trees and large amounts of both standing and fallen dead wood. The area has mostly remained untouched by human activities.
Key biodiversity
An important breeding area for boreal birds.
Recommended citation
BirdLife International (2024) Important Bird Area factsheet: Pajupuronsuo-Isosuo-Kivisuo (Finland). Downloaded from
https://datazone.birdlife.org/site/factsheet/pajupuronsuo-isosuo-kivisuo-iba-finland on 23/12/2024.