Located in the south of the country, this biosphere reserve encompasses the Prut River and floodplain lakes. Two-thirds of the surface of the area is occupied by Lake Beleu. A wetland area extends along the Prut River, covering a mosaic of water, meadow and forest ecosystems. The main economic activity is agriculture, which provides 90% of the inhabitant’s income.
Designation date: 2018
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Networks
Regional network: EuroMAB
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Description
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Surface : 14,771 ha
- Core area(s) : 302 ha
- Buffer zone(s) : 1,310 ha
- Tansition zone(s): 13,159 ha
Location
- Central point: 45°41'37"N - 28°10'21"E
Administrative authorities
Agency Moldsilva
124 bd. Stefal cel Mare; Chisinau 2100
Tel: +373 22272306
Fax: +373 22277345
Email: msilva@moldsilva.gov.md
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Ecological Characteristics
Socio-economic characteristics
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Last updated: October 2018