Data Zone
Country/territory: Spain
IBA criteria met: B2, C2 (2011)
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Area: 1,489 hectares (14.89 km2)
| IBA conservation status | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year of assessment (most recent) | State (condition) | Pressure (threat) | Response (action) |
| 2008 | good | high | low |
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Site description (2000 baseline)
A semi-arid landscape located in the south of Tenerife, comprising volcanic cones, lava fields, coastal habitats and arable plains. The vegetation is mainly salt-tolerant and drought-resistant.
Key biodiversity
One of the most important areas left for steppic birds in Tenerife.
Recommended citation
BirdLife International (2024) Important Bird Area factsheet: Rasca lava fields-Guaza mountain-Las Mesas plain (Spain). Downloaded from
https://datazone.birdlife.org/site/factsheet/rasca-lava-fields-guaza-mountain-las-mesas-plain-iba-spain on 23/12/2024.