Kőszeg Mountains
It consists of a rich mosaic of forest habitats ranging from beech and oak-hornbeam woodlands to mountain brooks with alder and slope woodlands with lime. Traditionally managed meadows, orchards and sweet chestnut plantations are also habitats of interest.
In the existing forest stands, continuous restoration of the natural forest character in accordance with the relevant habitat type, species composition, structure, and age class is of paramount importance.
Avoid great areas of clearfells, especially on steep slopes. In the case of new plantations, try to create a natural forest character.
Leave more deadwood (both standing and fallen) on-site to protect the associated fauna. Take care of the ancient and veteran trees of the woodland, as they offer rare habitats to specialist species.
If the option is adequate, transform stands to continuous cover forestry methods.
Photos by Linda Magyar, CEEweb for Biodiversity
