Agioi Theodoroi islet, Crete - Map Area - Hellenic Ornithological Society

Criteria: A4ii, B1iii, B2, C2
Coordinates: 35° 32' 13.396" N 23° 55' 52.183" E	Altitude: 0-157 m	Area: 82 ha
Region: Kriti		Prefecture: Hania

MEMORANDUM

Map:

Site description:

The area includes the island located at the northwest of the city of Chania and the islet Theodoropoula. The island Agioi Theodoroi is characterized by coastal cliffs and is covered by phrygana. It is a National Game Breeding Station for the Cretan Wild Goat (Capra aegagrus cretica).

Habitats:

Shrubland (100%).

Birds:

An important area for species associated with coastal cliffs. During the ’80s, the population of Falco eleonorae was estimated at 55 - 65 pairs.

Species	Year	Season Status	Abundance	Minimum Population	Maximum Population	Units	Data accuracy	Criteria 2000
Falco eleonorae	2004	B		15	15	P	A	A4ii, B1iii, B2, C2

Protection Status:

• SPA: GR4340018 Nisida Agioi Theodoroi (82 ha, 89 %).

Conservation issues:

Conservation issues: Main threats include overgrazing, predation of Falco eleonorae eggs and chicks by rats which have been accidentally introduced on the islet through human activities, and disturbance caused by the presence of visitors on the island, especially during the summer months.

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