LIFE RESTORE FOR MDD
Splošne informacije
Projekt ‘LIFE RESTORE za MDD – ohranjanje in obnova habitatov poplavnih gozdov ob Muri-Dravi-Donavi’ je skupna pobuda Avstrije, Slovenije, Hrvaške, Madžarske in Srbije za ohranitev in obnovo največjih čezmejnih poplavnih gozdov v UNESCO Petdržavnem biosfernem območju Mura-Drava-Donava (TBR MDD). Partnerji sodelujejo pri spopadanju z degradacijo poplavnih gozdov, in sicer z obnovo in izboljšanjem 336 ha poplavnih ravnic, 54 km vodnih teles in mobilizacijo 996.000 m3 sedimentov s pomočjo rečne dinamike.
Projektno območje je 2.100 km2 velik rečni koridor, ki povezuje 17 območij Natura 2000 in drugih varovanih območij v regiji TBR MDD. Območja tvorijo 700 km dolgo neprekinjeno verigo vzdolžvseh treh rek. Poplavni gozdovi predstavljajo 49,4 % (435 km2) vseh gozdov na območju.
Regulacija rek, netrajnostne gozdarske prakse, širjenje invazivnih tujerodnih vrst, izguba raznolikosti, zmanjšanje genetske pestrosti in slabo usklajeno čezmejno načrtovanje obnove vplivajo najbolj negativno na stanje teh habitatov. S temi grožnjami se spopadamo v okviru obnov na 29 lokacijah ob treh rekah. Tam projektni partnerji – ki jih sestavljajo upravljavci voda, naravovarstveniki, gozdarji, upravljavci varovanih območij, regionalni upravljavci in nevladne organizacije – ponovno povezujejo rečne rokave, revitalizirajo rečne brežine in spreminjajo območja z neavtohtonimi drevesnimi vrstami v naravnejše poplavne gozdove. Obnovitvena dela spremlja obširno osveščanje javnosti, okoljsko izobraževanje in spremljanje učinkov projekta.
of improved floodplain forest
of mobilised sediment
of reconnected side channels and widened riverbeds
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The measures
River morphology will be restored for natural forest rejuvenation on 4 sites. Side channels will be connected with the river and oxbows restored and thus floodplain forests’ conditions improved on 14 sites. Natural forests will be conserved, improved or afforested on 11 sites. Integrative cross-border river restoration planning on 3 pilot river stretches will ensure sustainable results of measures. Communication, awareness raising, education and monitoring will accompany the restoration efforts.
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Habitat types
The planned measures within the LIFE RESTORE for MDD project focus on two key habitat types in the Mura, Drava and Danube floodplains: Priority habitat HT 91E0* alluvial forests and HT 91F0 riparian mixed forests, which are closely linked to and dependent on the natural river dynamics.
These habitat classifications are derived from EUNIS (European Nature Information System), a comprehensive habitat identification framework used throughout Europe. EUNIS covers a wide range of habitat types, from natural to artificial environments, and includes terrestrial, freshwater and marine ecosystems. Each habitat within the system is assigned a unique code, name and detailed description for unambiguous identification and management purposes.
Alluvial forests (HT 91E0* – Priority Habitat)
This habitat type consists of diverse alluvial forests, mainly along rivers and streams. These forests are characterized by trees such as White willow (Salix Alba), Black poplar (Populus nigra), Black alder (Alnus glutinosa) and Common ash (Fraxinus excelsior).
All types occur on soils, which are periodically flooded, nutrient-rich and well drained. Alluvial forests are crucial for biodiversity as they provide habitats for a wide range of species, especially birds, amphibians, insects, and a variety of seasonal plants.
Riparian mixed forests (HT 91F0)
This habitat type is dominated by a mixture of Pedunculate oak (Quercus robur), European white elm (Ulmus laevis), Field elm (Ulmus minor), and ash species like Common ash (Fraxinus excelsior) or Narrow-leaved ash (Fraxinus angustifolia). These forests are adapted to periodic flooding along major rivers. They contain a rich herbaceous layer and are often mixed with other forest types. Riparian mixed forests provide habitats for a wide range of species, reflecting their ecological importance and diversity.
Co-financing
Co-funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or CINEA. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
