NSG Welter Bach

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The NSG Welter Bach protects a unique lowland stream floodplain with wet grasslands, still waters, swamps, and reeds. It's vital for endangered wading birds, meadow birds, waterfowl, water insects, and amphibians, showcasing a rich cultural landscape.

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The NSG Welter Bach protects a characteristic lowland stream floodplain, notable for its wet, moist, and extensively managed grasslands. This area preserves a unique landscape shaped by historical rural land use, making it a significant cultural landscape. The diverse habitats, including still waters, swamps, and reeds, provide crucial refuge for a variety of species. This nature reserve is particularly vital for the survival of rare and endangered plant communities, as well as numerous animal species. It serves as an essential breeding and feeding ground for wading birds, meadow birds, and waterfowl. Additionally, the complex ecosystem supports diverse populations of water insects and amphibians. The area's high structural diversity forms a well-developed biotope complex, contributing significantly to regional biodiversity as an important ecological network. Its special distinctiveness, rarity, and outstanding natural beauty further underscore its protected status.