Nsg Manscheider Bachtal Und Paulushof (Lp Hellenthal)

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Summary

The Manscheider Bachtal and Paulushof nature reserve protects diverse habitats like orchid-rich meadows, alluvial forests, and pristine streams. It's home to wildcats, rare butterflies, and orchids.

Description

The Manscheider Bachtal and Paulushof nature reserve safeguards a rich tapestry of habitats essential for biodiversity. This protected area, a significant part of the European Natura 2000 network, features orchid-rich mountain hay meadows, species-rich Nardus grasslands, and moist tall herb communities. Its natural flowing waters and pristine spring areas are vital for species like the freshwater crayfish and brown trout, contributing to a continuous river ecosystem. Alluvial forests with diverse age structures thrive here, alongside wet and moist grasslands. The reserve provides a crucial biotope corridor and habitat for numerous rare and endangered species, including the wildcat, various butterflies like the Silver-washed Fritillary and Purple-edged Copper, and distinctive plants such as the Spotted Orchid, Autumn Crocus, and Marsh Violet. Its small water bodies are important breeding grounds for amphibians and dragonflies.

General information

Location	Germany - North Rhine-Westphalia - Euskirchen
Area	3.05km²
Year of foundation	2005
IUCN Category	IV
DtP ID	4d1cb6e6-09ca-4855-a292-003a7a6e7daa

Responsible Organization

Name and division	Nordrhein-Westfalen-Stiftung Naturschutz, Heimat- und Kulturpflege
Website	https://www.nrw-stiftung.de
Address	Roßstraße 133 40476 Düsseldorf Germany