Ramsar Wetland of International Importance
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A Ramsar Wetland of International Importance is a wetland site recognized under the Ramsar Convention for its significant value in conserving global biodiversity, supporting waterbird populations, and maintaining vital ecological functions.
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Target entity: Ramsar Wetland of International Importance Context triple: [Point Pelee National Park, designation, Ramsar Wetland of International Importance]
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Ramsar Convention Secretariat
The Ramsar Convention Secretariat is the administrative body that coordinates and supports the implementation of the international treaty for the conservation and wise use of wetlands worldwide.
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Natura 2000 network
The Natura 2000 network is a European Union–wide system of protected areas aimed at conserving threatened habitats and species across member states.
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Theler Wetlands
Theler Wetlands is a coastal estuarine nature preserve in Washington State known for its rich wildlife habitat, tidal wetlands, and public walking trails.
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Important Bird Area
An Important Bird Area is a globally recognized site identified by BirdLife International as critical for the conservation of bird populations and their habitats.
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National Wildlife Refuge System
The National Wildlife Refuge System is a network of public lands and waters in the United States dedicated to the conservation, management, and restoration of fish, wildlife, and plant resources and their habitats.
- F. None of above. chosen
- G. Unsure - the case is ambiguous/there is not enough information to decide.
Target entity: Ramsar Wetland of International Importance Target entity description: A Ramsar Wetland of International Importance is a wetland site recognized under the Ramsar Convention for its significant value in conserving global biodiversity, supporting waterbird populations, and maintaining vital ecological functions.
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A.
Ramsar Convention Secretariat
The Ramsar Convention Secretariat is the administrative body that coordinates and supports the implementation of the international treaty for the conservation and wise use of wetlands worldwide.
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B.
Natura 2000 network
The Natura 2000 network is a European Union–wide system of protected areas aimed at conserving threatened habitats and species across member states.
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C.
Theler Wetlands
Theler Wetlands is a coastal estuarine nature preserve in Washington State known for its rich wildlife habitat, tidal wetlands, and public walking trails.
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D.
Important Bird Area
An Important Bird Area is a globally recognized site identified by BirdLife International as critical for the conservation of bird populations and their habitats.
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E.
National Wildlife Refuge System
The National Wildlife Refuge System is a network of public lands and waters in the United States dedicated to the conservation, management, and restoration of fish, wildlife, and plant resources and their habitats.
- F. None of above. chosen
Statements (49)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
protected area designation
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wetland conservation status ⓘ |
| appliesTo | wetland ⓘ |
| associatedWith |
biodiversity hotspots
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threatened ecosystems ⓘ |
| contributesTo |
climate change adaptation
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flood regulation ⓘ groundwater recharge ⓘ maintenance of ecosystem services ⓘ migratory waterbird flyway conservation ⓘ water quality improvement ⓘ |
| definedBy |
Ramsar Convention
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surface form:
Ramsar Convention on Wetlands
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| documentedIn | Ramsar Information Sheet ⓘ |
| hasCriterion |
importance for biodiversity
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importance for ecological processes ⓘ importance for fish and fisheries ⓘ importance for hydrological functions ⓘ importance for rare or threatened species ⓘ importance for waterbirds ⓘ representative or unique wetland type ⓘ |
| hasLegalBasis |
Ramsar Convention
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surface form:
Convention on Wetlands of International Importance especially as Waterfowl Habitat
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| hasManagementRequirement |
management planning
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periodic reporting ⓘ |
| hasObligation |
maintenance of ecological character
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wise use of wetlands ⓘ |
| hasPurpose |
conservation of global biodiversity
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conservation of wetlands ⓘ maintenance of ecological functions ⓘ protection of waterbird habitats ⓘ |
| isPartOf |
Ramsar Wetland of International Importance
self-linksurface differs
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surface form:
Ramsar List of Wetlands of International Importance
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| mayInclude |
coral reef
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estuary ⓘ lagoon ⓘ lake ⓘ mangrove ⓘ marsh ⓘ peatland ⓘ river ⓘ |
| monitoredBy |
Ramsar Convention Secretariat
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surface form:
Ramsar Secretariat
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| recognizedBy | Contracting Parties to the Ramsar Convention ⓘ |
| requires |
designation by a Contracting Party
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meeting Ramsar criteria for international importance ⓘ |
| scope | global ⓘ |
| shortName | Ramsar site ⓘ |
| statusGrantedBy | national government ⓘ |
| statusRecordedBy | Ramsar Sites Information Service ⓘ |
| supports |
fish populations
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local livelihoods ⓘ waterbird populations ⓘ |
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Subject: Ramsar Wetland of International Importance Description of subject: A Ramsar Wetland of International Importance is a wetland site recognized under the Ramsar Convention for its significant value in conserving global biodiversity, supporting waterbird populations, and maintaining vital ecological functions.
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