Status of the Fuerteventura Stonechat Saxicola dacotiae.

Abstract

The Fuerteventura Stonechat Saxicola dacotiae was found in steep rocky places with a restricted shrubby vegetation. Numbers were estimated at 750± 100 pairs, a considerable increase on previous guesses. Overall distribution was predicted by topography measured from maps. The species does not face any obvious immediate threats but continuing desertification of Fuerteventure might have a long-term effect.