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Southern Appalachian-Nantahala Subregion (Focal Areas A15–A18; Figures 3–37 and 3–38;
Table 3—9)
General Description
This subregion supports approximately 5% of the
region’s (and 0.2% of the world’s) Golden-winged
Warblers. The focal areas are characterized by
small but often high-density local populations
Macro Landscape Context (within 1.5 mi (2.5 km) of management site)
Golden-winged Warblers are generally associated with landscapes containing:
3–60
frequently found in upland successional forests
and on grazing lands. Major threats in these areas
are succession, development, and reduced
cutting of timber.
• Elevations ranging from 2800–4600 ft (850–1100 m) and habitat management at these
elevations should exclude Blue-winged Warblers.
• A high proportion of contiguous forest (100% forest cover), which is unique to the southern
Appalachians.
Micro Landscape Context (within 0.15 mi (0.25 km) of management site)
Sites where Golden-winged Warblers are found generally:
• Contain the following primary land cover types: deciduous forest (48%); pasture/hay (14%); and
coniferous and mixed forests (2%). Very few Golden-winged Warblers are associated with shrubscrub
or wetland habitats.
Table 3–9. Population and habitat goals for focal areas in the Southern Appalachian-Nantahala subregion.*
Focal
Area
Map ID Focal Area Name
Estimated
Population for
2010
(individuals)
Population
Goal for
2050
(individuals)
Estimated
Breeding
Habitat for 2010
in acres (ha)
Breeding
Habitat Goal
for 2050 in
acres (ha)
A15 Northern Peaks 300 600 1500 (600) 3000 (1200)
A16 Roan-Unaka 200 400 1000 (400) 2000 (800)
A17 Nantahala North 200 400 1000 (400) 2000 (800)
A18 Nantahala South 300 600 1500 (600) 3000 (1200)
*Population estimates are based on expert knowledge and Golden-winged Warbler Atlas Project data.