Kieshofer Moor

Summary

Kieshofer Moor Nature Reserve preserves a unique, rewetted acidic intermediate bog. It provides a valuable habitat and serves as an important teaching and research site for the University of Greifswald.

Description

Kieshofer Moor, a nature reserve in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, stands as an outstanding example of successful bog renaturation. It protects a valuable rewetted acidic intermediate bog, offering a vital habitat for many specialized plant and animal species. The area also holds particular significance as a teaching and research object for the University of Greifswald. Its Lamarck Circle actively contributes to the preservation efforts, for instance, by removing woody vegetation. Here, the bog's natural development is scientifically monitored and supported, underscoring its ecological and cultural importance. The reserve's current condition is considered very good, demonstrating the success of its conservation measures.