Ballypatrick Forest, in County Antrim, Northern Ireland (United Kingdom), lies within the rugged Antrim Plateau. The landscape features conifer plantations, mainly Sitka spruce, intermixed with heathland and blanket bogs.  Conservation efforts in recent years have focused on reforestation, habitat restoration, and protecting local wildlife,...

Lake Tisza, located in eastern Hungary, is the country’s second-largest lake. Spanning approximately 127 square kilometres, it is known for its diverse ecosystems and popularity for activities such as fishing, boating, and birdwatching. The surrounding wetlands serve as a habitat for numerous bird species, making it a key area for conservation...

The Étang de Montady, located in southern France near the town of Montady, is a remarkable example of medieval land reclamation. Originally a wetland, it was drained in the 13th century using a radial system of ditches converging at a central collection point. This ingenious hydraulic design transformed the area into fertile farmland and...

This Copernicus Sentinel-2 image, acquired on 5 September 2024, shows the Žuvinto, Žaltycio ir Amalvo pelkes wetland areas, a Natura 2000 site in Lithuania. Spanning an area over 18,000 hectares, this site is home to 17 EU protected bird species. The European Commission, through the LIFE Programme, is supporting the implementation of the...

Tunis, the capital of Tunisia, lies between the Mediterranean coast and a network of coastal lagoons and wetlands. The largest of these is Lake Tunis, divided into northern and southern basins, along with the smaller Sebkha Sijoumi to the south-west. Some of these wetlands are protected under the Ramsar Convention and serve as important...