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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Let's celebrate the free-flowing #rivers - life giving arteries of #WildPolesia! #WorldRiversDay

Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Great news! For the first time, we have compiled information on all #ProtectedAreas in #WildPolesia into a single #InteractiveMap. Here you will find areas with national and international protection status, natural monuments, and habitats of #RareSpecies. wildpolesia.org/interactive-...

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Interactive map | Wild Polesia

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Hydrological #monitoring continues at the #restoration sites of the #ChornobylBiosphereReserve. 11 observation wells now provide scientists with data reflecting the 'background' hydro regime. Once the engineering measures have been implemented, their impact will be assessed.

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Another site in Ukrainian #Polesia is looking forward to the beginning of the restoration work! It is about the Syra Pohonia Bog in the #Rivne region. The area has been severely affected by drainage and suffers from frequent wildfires. Meanwhile it’s conservation value is great.

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

#InternationalWolvesDay These key carnivores play an exceptional role in maintaining the balance of ecosystems. This is why we supported a number of studies focusing on the wolves’ ecology – the data obtained enables us to make wolf conservation more targeted and evidence-based.

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

#AbnormalHeat in Polesia again: air temps are reaching +40, the highest level of danger, including fire risk, announced in the region. The hot, dry weather’s causing #wildfires threatening both ecosystems & people. This week, 5 wildfires were extinguished within a single day in the #Rivne region.

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

A recent #study based on #CameraTrap photos from our project confirms: the #ChornobylExclusionZone boasts the greatest abundance and diversity of large mammal species among the protected areas in Ukrainian Polesia . Follow the link for more: wildpolesia.org/blog/2026/07...

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Chornobyl Exclusion Zone as a wildlife refuge: new study | Wild Polesia

The new study states the Chornobyl exclusion zone is a true wildlife refuge

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Valuable #habitats in #WildPolesia include enclave #spruce forests. They are home to boreal #fauna species rare in these latitudes, like the three-toed #woodpecker. The #conservation measures for this bird benefit the rare habitats and rich #biodiversity supported by them.

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Work is underway to prepare the Somyne #wetland complex in #Ukraine for #restoration. This #RamsarSite plays a vital role in regulating the water regime & microclimate of the surrounding areas. However, its hydrological regime is disturbed by >50 kilometers of drainage canals.

Somyne wetland complex, Rivne Region, Ukraine. Photo credit: Elleni Vendras.

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Massive drainage made #soilerosion, #duststorms & #droughts common for #Polesia. Many drained areas went infertile and have been abandoned. But #WetlandRestoration still can reverse this process and bring them back to life! #CombatDesertification #RestoreLand

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Healthy #wetlands of #WildPolesia are resisting the #climatechange every day, while #SoilDegradation, #WildFires & frequent #droughts are the consequences of drainage reclamation in the region in the 20th century. It's not too late to reverse this for a more sustainable future!

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

It’s #EuropeanDayOfParks celebrating protected areas across Europe! As part of our project, >105K ha of land received new or stronger protection, including the creation of Pushcha Radzivila National Park (24,265 ha), the Starobinsky Nature Reserve and the Lva Floodplain Nature Reserve.

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Happy #BiodiversityDay! Acting locally for global impact – this is exactly what we do protecting the immense #biodiversity of #WildPolesia. As part of our project, we identified 1,146 habitats of rare species of #flora and #fauna, >36K ha in total, and put them under legal protection.

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Worrying news is coming from the #ChornobylExclusionZone: a major #forestfire has broken out there, and the flames are spreading rapidly due to strong winds. Frequent #wildfires in this area are a particular cause for concern due to the high levels of #radioactive contamination.

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

It’s #WorldMigratoryBirdDay! #DYK that annually, Polesia witnesses one of the largest seasonal gatherings of #migratorybirds in the Eastern & Central #Europe? In the Turaw Meadow >200K sky migrants gather in the area of only 145 ha!

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

#Chernobyl40 #OnThisDay, in 1986, the terrible #Chornobyl #accident occurred. Subsequently, the #ExclusionZone emerged – one of Polesia’s most dangerous yet scientifically interesting areas. Learn about our experience of research & #wetland #restoration there: wildpolesia.org/blog/2026/04...

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Research and restoration in the Chornobyl Zone | Wild Polesia

The article narrates of the project’s experience of research and wetland restoration in the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Impressively vast #WildPolesia spans over 18 mln ha of which 1 mln ha is protected in view of the high #conservation value of these #naturalareas. We work consistently to protect this unique #landscape for current & future generations. #EarthDay2026 More: wildpolesia.org

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

#WildPolesia is home to 12 #bat #species, the majority of them are on national #RedDataBooks. As part of our project, we identify their habitat sites and put them under legal #protection ensuring special conservation measures for these #RareAnimals. #BatAppreciationDay #biodiversity

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

#Forests are among main #natural treasures of #WildPolesia. 📢127.000 ha of high #conservation value forests were identified in the region as part of our project!

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

#GPS-tagged #GreaterSpottedEagles are on their way from #Africa, #MiddleEast and #Mediterranean to #WildPolesia! Some #birds have already reached their #nesting sites. Let’s watch their #springmigration together - wildpolesia.org/greater-spot...

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

#Water makes #WildPolesia what it is. Its network of #rivers, #mires and #wetlands is a huge reservoir accumulating fresh water and generously giving it to millions of people. Recognising the vital role of water, we can't but acknowledge its exceptional #beauty - just have a look! #WorldWaterDay

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

#WorldRewildingDay #ChornobylExclusionZone is one of the most peculiar areas of #WildPolesia where passive #rewilding has been going on for decades. Having emerged as a result of a terrible disaster, it's now a valuable source of scientific data on the process, patterns and effects of rewilding.

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

#Birds’ #SpringMigration is on! Our #GPS-tagged #GreaterSpottedEagle nicknamed Lan is on his way from #SouthAfrica to #WildPolesia – his annual route is more than 7K kilometers long!

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

🌿 #Spring is coming! One of our #GPS-tagged female #GreaterSpottedEagles is already on its way back to WildPolesia from its wintering ground in #Greece! 🦅 Join our observations of the eagles' #SpringMigration via the interactive map: wildpolesia.org/greater-spot...

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

It’s impossible to protect a natural #landscape without properly understanding it. This is why we pay much attention to research. 9 peer-reviewed #studies were prepared as part of our project. Here you can find the detailed information about all of them: wildpolesia.org/our-work/stu....

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Studies | Wild Polesia

Learn about our research work that serves conservation and restoration of natural landscapes of Polesia

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

This snowy #winter is almost over, and #spring is in the air! Experts predict an impressive flooding of #WildPolesia’s #rivers - #GoodNews for the #wetland ecosystems and their multiple inhabitants! See how beautiful this natural phenomenon can be!

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Thanks to these & thousands of other images obtained during the unprecedented #CameraTrap survey, researchers have estimated the density of #lynx population in #WildPolesia for the first time! As a part of our project, the survey laid the basis for science-based research on lynx in the region.

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Dear friends, it's time to share the recent accomplishments we are proud of. This is the summary of our 2025 #ConservationWins for #WildPolesia 👇📷🧵

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

The Frankfurt Zoological Society has been working in #Ukraine for 25 years! This anniversary was celebrated with a meeting held in #Ivano-Frankivsk. Topics covered at the event included the results and prospects of cooperation between the FZS and the natural #protectedareas of #WildPolesia.

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

Heavy #snowfalls in #WildPolesia, like today, cause many inconveniences for people, but benefit #wilderness. They ensure normal seasonal flooding, optimal #waterlevels in spring and summer, better breeding conditions for many #bird species, as well as protection from #wildfires.

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

🥳 We can not wait to share some great news with you - it's worthy of these festive days! The habitats of rare #animal and #plant species in #WildPolesia, totalling >11,000 ha, have been granted legal protection this year! #MerryXmas #wilderness #natureconservation #biodiversity

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Hydrological monitoring continues at the restoration sites in the #ChornobylBiosphereReserve. 11 observation wells were installed this year providing scientists with data reflecting the 'background' hydro regime. Once the engineering measures have been implemented, their impact will be assessed.

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

A #cameratrap captured a #lynx and a #deer, its potential prey, passing in the same place just a few minutes apart. #WildPolesia harbours many #wilderness areas where #ecosystems are healthy & self-regulated, including thanks to a stable predator–prey balance. #WildlifeWednesday

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Winter has come, and male #moose will soon shed their #antlers. Rich in protein and minerals, they are quickly eaten by a variety of #animals! New antlers grow quite quickly reaching impressive sizes and can weigh up to 30kg! Compare a moose’s look in summer and autumn. #Cameratraps #biodiversity

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

A #cameratrap survey held as part of our project provided >50K pictures & gave a lot of information for a number of studies. 6.77 registered #animal #species per site is an average number for the studied area. The pictures you see were captured by the same CT! #WildlifeWednesday #biodiversity

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

#CameraTraps are an excellent tool for #biodiversity #monitoring in #WildPolesia. >70 scientists & rangers took part in the training sessions on CTs held by our project this year in #Ukrainian PAs. They've been provided with 150 cameratraps for their further research and #conservation work.

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

Different lynxes or the same one? Camera traps for lynx are set in pairs opposite each other to shoot the animal from both sides. Then, experts examine the unique spots on the lynx's skin, which are like fingerprints! If the same lynx is "caught" by the CTs several times, it will surely be noticed.

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

#Wetlands and #peatlands of #WildPolesia make an immense impact on #climatechange mitigation. But being degraded, they can only worsen the existing problems. Rewetting and restoring mires is our #ClimateAction. #DayofClimateAction

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

The Frankfurt Zoological Society / Zoologische Gesellschaft Frankfurt has shared an overview of its #year2024 milestones and achievements. We are happy that our project is also a part of this impressive, multidimensional and global-scale story. fzs.org/en/news/annu...

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Annual Report 2024

A comprehensive summary of the FZS programs in 2024.

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

The #AquaticWarbler is the rarest #migratory songbird in #Europe. Due to the massive fens’ drainage, its population has decreased by 95% over the last century. Currently, over 40% of the species’ global population nests in #WildPolesia. #WMBD2025 #BirdsConnectOurWorld

An Aquatic warbler in Polesia. Photo credit: Daniel Rosengren

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

Just look! The #GreaterSpottedEagles are on their annual journey from #WildPolesia to their wintering grounds, thousands of miles away. Where are they flying, and who is the fastest? Follow the rare birds' #autumnmigration online via the interactive map: wildpolesia.org/greater-spot....

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 28/09/2025

Let’s celebrate a true treasure of #WildPolesia, life-giving arteries for both nature and people – the free-flowing #rivers that provide habitat to a variety of species; help to mitigate the climate change; prevent dangerous natural phenomena. #WorldRiversDay

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Wild Polesia @wildpolesia.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

Identifying and protecting rare and typical #habitats, as well as monitoring activities that allow for the identification of such areas are an effective and important mechanism for preserving #NaturalValues in #WildPolesia. Follow the link for more: wildpolesia.org/blog/2025/09...

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Protecting rare and typical habitats in Polesia | Wild Polesia

The article explains the importance of rare and typical habitats’ protection in the Polesia region adn the legal mechanisms of this work.

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