Järvselja Nature Reserve Explained

Järvselja Nature Reserve
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Map:Estonia
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Location:Estonia
Nearest City:Tartu
Coordinates:58.2756°N 27.3239°W
Established:1924

Järvselja Nature Reserve is a nature reserve situated in south-eastern Estonia, in Tartu County.

The purpose of the nature reserve is to preserve the old-growth forest of the area, consisting mainly of Scots pine trees, including the so-called King's Pine Tree (Estonian: kuningamänd), which is over 360 years old. The nature reserve also functions as an important habitat for several species of birds, including pygmy owl, grey-headed woodpecker and wood grouse. A 5-kilometre trail has been prepared for the convenience of visitors.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Nature Reserves and Hiking Trails in Tartu County. . Tartu Visitor Centre. 19 May 2015.