Restoration of Wetland Habitats in Tara National Park through Innovative Technologies

The project aimed to restore the Crveni Potok peat bog in Tara National Park (~25,000 hectares of forests), threatened by climate-induced water insecurity. Tara National Park is known recognized for its rich and valuable ecosystems, including sensitive peat bogs serving as refuges for boreal species. Notable bogs like Crveni Potok are endangered due to altered water regimes, directly affecting peat forming moss species from the Sphagnum genus.

The project introduced fog catchers for peatland restoration at Crveni Potok, as a nature-based solution ensuring proper water management despite changing climates. This approach aimed to be a replicable model for peatland restoration in Serbia and elsewhere. Key actions included implementing fog catchers, use of data loggers to monitor wetland habitats, translocation of Sphagnum mosses from ex-situ to in-situ at a 30m2 pilot site and raising awareness about the ecological significance of peatlands. 

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