Data Zone
Country/territory: Cyprus
IBA criteria met: B2, C6 (2012)
For more information about IBA criteria, please click here
Area: 353 hectares (3.53 km2)
| IBA conservation status | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year of assessment (most recent) | State (condition) | Pressure (threat) | Response (action) |
| 2016 | not assessed | very high | very low |
| For more information about IBA monitoring, please click here | |||
Site summary
Paralimni Lake is a natural, seasonal shallow wetland in the Famagusta district that retains significant bird interest although it is highly disturbed. It is a notable migration site for both waterbirds and other species and an important breeding site for waders notably the Spur-winged Lapwing, Kentish Plover and Black-winged Stilt.
Recommended citation
BirdLife International (2024) Important Bird Area factsheet: Paralimni Lake (Cyprus). Downloaded from
https://datazone.birdlife.org/site/factsheet/paralimni-lake-iba-cyprus on 22/12/2024.