What does the raised bog of the Užpelkiai telmological reserve look like today?
As part of the implementation of the integrated project “Optimization of Natura 2000 Network Management in Lithuania”, the restoration work of the Užpelkiai telmological reserve in the Samogitia National Park is gaining momentum and allows us to enjoy the first,...
The Nature Restoration Regulation was approved
On 17 May, the European Council of Ministers adopted a regulation on nature restoration. It sets out for the first time measures aimed not only at preserving but also restoring nature. Given that more than 80% of habitats in Europe are in poor condition, the adopted...
Botanist Dr. M. Lapelė: “We Overestimate Nature’s Capacity to Regenerate”
21 May marks the day of Natura 2000, the most ambitious and far-reaching initiative to preserve Europe's natural heritage. The date was chosen because the European Union (EU) Habitats Directive was adopted on 21 May 1992. Together with the EU Birds Directive adopted...
CINEA Writes about NATURALIT
CINEA, the European Commission's Executive Agency for Climate, Infrastructure and Environment, has shared an article on the LIFE Integrated Project "Optimising the management of the NATURA 2000 network in Lithuania". It outlines the main objectives of the project and...
Why is prescribed burning useful?
Prescribed burning of the forest floor, which simulates a spontaneous fire, is a nature management measure aimed at preserving endangered species of insects, birds and plants. Prescribed burning, which is widely used abroad, is also relevant in small areas in Dzūkija....
Grazing in Forests: a Scientific Review and Guidance for Policy Makers
The LIFE Integrated Project "Optimising the Management of the Natura 2000 Network in Lithuania" has presented a scientific review and guidelines for policy makers on "Grazing in forests - a long-forgotten farming tradition that is becoming a modern conservation tool"....
Establishing Reference Values and Conservation Targets for Species of European Community Importance
5 December 2023 An event was held at the Visitor Centre of the State Service for Protected Areas (hereinafter - SSPA) to present the results of five years of work carried out by the experts of the Methodological-Analytical Centre in collecting and analysing...
Updated Guidelines for the Management of EC Important Natural Forest Habitats BSSs Presented
On 22 November, scientists from Vytautas Magnus University (VMU) presented the updated recommendations for the management of natural forest habitats of European Community (EC) importance in the BBSF. The presenters presented the recommendations and updates on the...
Encouraging Results in the Restoration of the Užpelkiai Raised Bog
The restoration works of the Užpelkiai Telmological Reserve in Zemaitija National Park (ZNP), within the framework of the Natura 2000 project, are gaining momentum and are already showing the first hopeful results. The regulated hydrological regime provides the right...
