Recovery of an open forest in Rénalo, TI

Ecological restoration of a historic open forest in the Centovalli region of Ticino

Selective cutting has allowed an open forest-grazing area that was progressively closing after remaining abandoned for many years to be reopened. In conjunction with other measures and the reopening of hay meadows in the Máia area, this will create valuable habitats for a variety of species. The Swiss Ornithological Institute finances and supports the project, including monitoring the effects on birds and bats.

Domain Conservation
Unit Upswing for Birds
Topics Species Recovery, Habitat Promotion
Habitat forest, meadows and pastures, wasteland, semi-open farmland
Project start 2022
Project completion 2031
Project status ongoing
Project management Petra Horch
Project region Ticino

Details

Project partner(s)

  • Azienda agricola "Ul Fulett" by Vasco Ryf

Financial support

Employees

Species concerned

Other resources
Avinews
Un tesoro nascosto riportato alla luce (in Italian)
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Video
Bosco rado pascolato, Monte Rénalo (TI) (in Italian)
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external link
Volontariato e Agricoltura
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Upswing for Birds link
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