Mönchgut: Schafberg bei Mariendorf

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Summary

Schafberg bei Mariendorf on Mönchgut safeguards a unique dry grassland landscape shaped by generations. It protects rare plants, specialized insects, and the distinctive cultural heritage of the island's natural environment.

Description

The 'Schafberg bei Mariendorf' in Mönchgut protects a significant part of the region's characteristic dry grassland landscape. This area, historically shaped by extensive grazing, is crucial for preserving a mosaic of habitats. It provides a vital refuge for specialized flora, including various grasses and wildflowers adapted to nutrient-poor soils, as well as a diverse array of invertebrates like rare butterflies and ground-nesting insects. The site’s unique ecological value lies in its undisturbed development, which supports species that thrive in these specific conditions. It also represents a valuable example of the cultural landscape, reflecting traditional land use practices that have shaped Mönchgut's environment over centuries. The careful conservation of this area ensures the long-term survival of its distinctive biodiversity and maintains an important natural heritage.

General information

Location	Germany - Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Area	19.26ha
Year of foundation	1990
IUCN Category	IV
DtP ID	b558ec34-b07c-4285-8b5a-1a335afb0186

Responsible organizations

Name and division	Biosphärenreservat Südost-Rügen
Website	https://www.biosphaerenreservat-suedostruegen.de
Address	Show address Hide address Circus 1 18581 Putbus Germany

Name and division	Landesamt für Umwelt, Naturschutz und Geologie Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Website	https://www.lung.mv-regierung.de/
Address	Show address Hide address Goldberger Straße 12b 18273 Güstrow Germany