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Mount Tara is among the most important centers of Balkan and European ecosystem and species biodiversity. It is characterized by diversified and well-maintained communities of old deciduous and mixed coniferous forests (beech/fir/spruce). They represent a unique example of well preserved forests in SE Europe with numerous endemic and relict species...
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... So far 1013 plant species have been identified on Tara Mountain. Picea omorika, the relict and endemic species, indicates the importance and potential of Tara Mountain as floristic and vegetation diversity of Serbia and Balkan Peninsula [71]. In vegetation criterion the highest value is assigned to coniferous forests, mixed forests and meadows [43]. ...
... The formation of Drina Transboundary Biosphere Reserve (TBR Drina) would create a unique territorial system by joining Tara National Park (NP Tara) in the Republic of Serbia (municipality of Baijna Bašta) and Drina National Park (NP Drina) in the Republic of Srpska/Bosnia and Herzegovina (municipality of Srebrenica) is planned by the bilateral cooperation program between the Republic of Serbia and the Republic of Srpska/Bosnia and Herzegovina [10,11,13,14]. Activities for proclaiming TBR Drina were launched under the UNESCO ROSTE Man and Biosphere program in 2004, when NP Tara, which was established in 1981 [15], was nominated with transboundary "Peace Park" status between the Republic of Serbia and the Republic of Srpska/Bosnia and Herzegovina [16,17]. The Republic of Srpska/Bosnia and Herzegovina 2017 issued the Law on NP Drina [18]. ...
... There are about 130 bird species in the surrounding ecosystems. The most frequent species here are black woodpecker (Dryocopus martius), white-backed woodpecker (Dendrocopos leucotos), hazel grouse (Bonasa bonasia), Ural owl (Strix uralensis), European serin (Serinus serinus), grey eagle (Aquila chrysaetos), grey hawk (Falco peregrinus), and other species [16,59,60]. Of the more than 50 species of mammals, brown bear (Ursus arctos), wolf (Canis lupus), roe deer (Capreolus capreolus), wildcat (Felis silvestris), otter (Lutra lutra), and chamois (Rupicarpa rupicarpa) stand out. ...
This study aims to explore the opportunities and challenges of sustainable conservation in the Drina Transboundary Biosphere Reserve (TBR Drina). Two countries in 2004 launched activities on the designation of TBR Drina, which would make a unique territorial system of Tara National Park (NP Tara) in the Republic of Serbia and Drina National Park (NP Drina) in the Republic of Srpska/Bosnia and Herzegovina. Through the analysis of institutional and legal jurisdiction, the authors presented the management system of protected areas in both countries, with detailed insight into the specific mechanisms of government functioning and management in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Its complex state apparatus represents the biggest limiting factor for the formation of TBR Drina. Through qualitative research, the researched area’s natural, cultural-historical, and socio-economic potentials were identified and recommendations were made for their optimal valorization and utilization. Research has shown that the natural, cultural-historical conditions of TBR Drina represent the potential for development, in contrast to the socio-economic conditions that make up its limiting factor. By planning through the cooperation between the border regions of both countries through support at the state level, TBR Drina can be recovered gradually, with the relative coexistence of ecological, social, and economic components of space, in the forthcoming period.
... Tara National Park is located in the western part of Serbia, part of the Dinaric Alps. With an area of 19,175 ha and about 1013 plant species, Tara National Park is the third most diverse area in Serbia [12,13]. Forest ecosystems cover almost 80% of the total land area. ...
Various biotic and abiotic factors are the cause of the decline of coniferous forests throughout Europe. Trees weakened by unfavorable weather conditions create an ideal environment for a possible outbreak of bark beetles. The damage caused by bark beetles costs billions of dollars worldwide every year. Extreme climate events are responsible for the enormous forest losses in Tara National Park in the last ten years, leading to a massive bark beetle infestation. The understanding of the diversity and role of mites as biological control agents is still insufficient. In this study, we summarize the current knowledge on the diversity of mites associated with Ips typographus L. in Europe and provide information on the diversity of these mites in Serbia. Paraleius leontonychus, Uroobovella ipidis, Dendrolaelaps quadrisetus, Histiostoma piceae, and Trichouropoda polytricha were detected for the first time in Serbia. Moreover, the occurrence of Paraleius leontonychus represents the southernmost occurrence of this species.
... The eastern border mostly follows the valley of the Solotuška River and the Ponikve Plateau, while the southeastern border is represented by the basins of Kremanska Kotlina and Mokrogorska Kotlina, which separate it from the Zlatibor area [24]. Although the first study proposing that Tara should be protected as a NP was conducted in 1951, the proclamation was made on 13 July 1981, when an area of 19,175 ha became protected [66]. With the adoption of the new Law on NP, the existing borders were expanded, and today it covers an area of 24,991.82 ...
This paper represents a case study examining attitudes of various stakeholders about Tara National Park (NP) (Serbia), identifying also the factors that shape these attitudes. The survey method was applied to a sample of 405 respondents (197 community members and 208 visitors). In addition, 15 interviews with specific key actors (NP executives and local key persons) were performed. The research confirmed the presence of different types of conflicts among stakeholders, mostly between the NP and the local population (primarily farmers) associated with land use in agriculture and the ban on the construction of facilities. The community recognizes tourism as the highest priority, unlike the NP leaders and visitors, who emphasize protection and conservation (especially biodiversity) as the primary goals of future NP development. The opinions of the local population are divided concerning support for the existence of the NP and the importance of it as a part of the national heritage. Most of them do not recognize the economic benefits resulting from the proclamation of the NP and do not see themselves as participants in the decision-making process. The findings also reveal that visitors strongly support tourism development and activities following the principles of nature protection. This category of respondents is only partly affected by the fact that this area has been declared a NP. The analysis shows that certain socioeconomic factors considerably influence the opinions of both community and visitors. Results suggest that future actions should be aimed at improving the coordination of various stakeholders, especially the NP and the community, through different social mobilization activities. Stimulating small businesses and providing incentives for agriculture and nature tourism development could be a useful step forward.
... Among the forest species, the endemic and relict Serbian (Pančić) spruce (Picea Omorika) is the most special, which was described from here (Pančić 1876;Blagojević 2012). Due to its symbolic value, the brown bear (Ursus arctos) is the best known of the fauna, with the largest Serbian population living here, but there are also many less spectacular species, which are particularly valuable from a biological point of view (Radović et al. 2005). At the same time, the geoheritage of the area is also rich in significant values, the most important of which, but by no means exclusive, are the forms and phenomena related to karstification (Zeremski 1956;Milić 1980;Radović et al. 2005;Blagojević 2012). ...
... Due to its symbolic value, the brown bear (Ursus arctos) is the best known of the fauna, with the largest Serbian population living here, but there are also many less spectacular species, which are particularly valuable from a biological point of view (Radović et al. 2005). At the same time, the geoheritage of the area is also rich in significant values, the most important of which, but by no means exclusive, are the forms and phenomena related to karstification (Zeremski 1956;Milić 1980;Radović et al. 2005;Blagojević 2012). The viewpoints, which are by their very nature geomorphologic objects, are the most popular localities in the NP. ...
By the example of Tara National Park (NP), we present how the geoheritage can and should be presented in a NP where the primary role is played by biology. Tara NP has a rich geoheritage, especially its karst phenomena, which include gorges (e.g. the 1000-m-deep Drina Gorge), plateaus with dolines, dry valleys, and uvalas as well as springs and travertines. In addition, ophiolites also enrich the geoheritage; hence, the area has a high geodiversity. Large reservoirs of the territory provide an opportunity to study the anthropogenic impact on hydrology and geomorphology. After presenting the geoheritage elements of the area, we examine the views and knowledge of local people and visitors about karst and geotourism with the help of a questionnaire survey. The results show that local residents support the further development of tourism, but geotourism is a rather new concept for them. On the contrary, tourists are more familiar with geotourism. Among the development perspectives, tourists support those that involve only minor environmental changes, that is in agreement with NP policy. Finally, we formulate some suggestions about geotourism development in the area. First, we outline some plans for new geo-educational trails and viewpoints. Second, we highlight the possibility to increase the geo-content of some already existing programs (e.g. boat tours). Third, we emphasize that geotourism of Tara should be connected to neighbouring areas. A new geopark is already under planning, which would include the area of Tara NP as well.
... O site contém, atualmente, a maior base de dados de aves do Brasil na internet, reunindo mais de dois milhões de registros fotográficos e sonoros (WIKI AVES, 2019). Outros sistemas também abordam a sistematização de dados faunísticos com vistas à extração de informações (KLYUCHKO, 2018;FRONTONI et al., 2014;RADOVIC et al., 2005). ...
... O site contém, atualmente, a maior base de dados de aves do Brasil na internet, reunindo mais de dois milhões de registros fotográficos e sonoros (WIKI AVES, 2019). Outros sistemas também abordam a sistematização de dados faunísticos com vistas à extração de informações (KLYUCHKO, 2018;FRONTONI et al., 2014;RADOVIC et al., 2005). ...
As atividades agrícolas expõem os trabalhadores a diversos riscos químicos, físicos, biológicos e ergonômicos. Uma análise tem a finalidade de proporcionar o planejamento de ações prevencionistas para reduzir a ocorrência de acidentes e doenças relacionadas ao trabalho. O conhecimento sobre as medidas preventivas no meio ambiente, na segurança e na saúde ocupacionais é fundamental para promover um ambiente seguro e ambientalmente satisfatório. O objetivo deste artigo é realizar uma análise das atividades realizadas na lavoura e da aplicação de defensivos agrícolas sob a ótica de segurança do trabalho exclusivamente no cultivo de pêssegos e ameixas em uma propriedade rural localizada no Município de Caxias do Sul. A metodologia de pesquisa utilizada tem como base uma abordagem de análise qualitativa com procedimento aplicado de comparação, buscando compreender os riscos que envolvem a segurança e a saúde ocupacionais. Assim, se observou que a empresa, antes mesmo de fazer a análise de risco, já sentia a necessidade de fazer melhorias no seu processo, em específico, em saúde e segurança dos trabalhadores.
... Some scientists assume that this species is declining throughout its entire distribution range and that there is a great need to conserve both the beetle and the habitats in which it lives (Szwałko, 2008). Since there are a small number of new records for most countries, each one is quite important and signifi cantly increases our knowledge of the actual distribution of B. unicornis, which can in turn be used for the implementation of actions aimed at the conservation of this species and its habitats (Radović et al., 2005;Errouissi et al., 2009;Roslin et al., 2009;Horák et al., 2010;Numa et al., 2012;Dortel et al., 2013;Stojanović et al., 2017). Indeed, it is necessary to use existing information on this beetle's distribution and life history to improve conservation management. ...
Bolbelasmus (Bolbelasmus) unicornis (Schrank, 1789) (Coleoptera: Geotrupidae) is a rare and threatened beetle distributed mostly in Central, Eastern and Southeast Europe. As a species of special conservation signifi cance it is included in Annexes II and IV of the Habitat Directive of the European Union. Several new records of this species documented using light traps and soil sampling were recently reported in Serbia (the central part of the Balkan Peninsula). In this paper we present and discuss the current distribution of this species in the region studied based on GIS occurrence data. The distribution is mapped and values of environmental variables within this beetle’s range are quantifi ed using GIS technology. In addition, we predict its potential range in Serbia using a model based on the current distribution of this beetle, environmental variables and distribution of its food source.
... biodiverzitás is hozzájárult (RADOVIĆ et al. 2005;VAKANJAC et al. 2015), továbbá jelentős a terület kulturális öröksége is (Rača monostor, Perućac és Rastište nekropoliszai; MILJKOVIĆ, ŽIVKOVIĆ, 2012). Jelenleg a Tara NP egyik mintaterülete az EcoKarst projektnek is, ami a védett karsztos területek ökoszisztéma szolgáltatásait vizsgálja (ARANY et al. 2018). ...
... A domborzati jellemzők vizsgálatához az SRTM digitális terepmodell 1" felbontású verzióját használtuk fel. A Tara NP területét korábban RADOVIĆ (2007), illetve RADOVIĆ et al. (2005) vizsgálták térinformatikai eszközökkel, részben domborzatmodellt is felhasználva, de az ő eredményeikhez képest a mi vizsgálatunk jobban igazodik a domborzati egységekhez, illetve nagyrészt más paramétereket vizsgáltunk. ...
Tara National Park (Serbia) founded in 1981 is well known for its biodiversity and karst landforms. However, until now, only little information has been published about the geomorphological characteristics of Tara NP. Thus, in this paper, we demonstrate the high geodiversity of Tara NP and we analyse the geomorphology by using both GIS tools and field observations. Especially, the morphometrical parameters of dolines and of the Drina river gorge are discussed in detail. A smaller part of this paper deals with certain social characteristics of the Tara area, because we believe that human-environment relationships are key issues in holistic geographic thinking, further on, we recognized that many European karst areas have similar social characteristics: depopulation , ageing and high unemployment, but there is also a potential in (geo)tourism. The above processes and potentials are present in Tara NP as well, thus, we briefly demonstrate the particular case of Tara NP. In some cases, nature protection and tourism are in conflict, but both of them are important factors in sustainable development, this is why the actual role of tourism and some karst-related touristic values (e.g. canyoning) are also shortly demonstrated in this paper. Most stakeholders agree that rural tourism, ecotourism and local brands can be important factors in the development of this protected area.
... For most ecological studies, we need more spatially explicit and quantified information about the factors that might actually explain the observed environmental variables, distributions and patterns of landscape features (Radović et al., 2005;Ćirović et al., 2008;Denoël et al., 2009;Stevanovic et al., 2013;Simeunović et al., 2014). ...
The nearctic moth Acontia candefacta (Lepidoptera Noctuidae) is expanding its range in Europe. The species is considered a successful agent for biological control of Ambrosia artemisiifolia (Asterales Asteraceae), a weed whose pollen causes allergies in humans. A few additional findings of the moth have been recorded at several new sites in southeastern Europe (Serbia) using light trapping. We here present and discuss the current distribution of the moth in Europe and the paths of its spreading on the basis of GIS data. GIS technology was used to map the distribution and quantify values of environmental variables within the range of the analysed moth species. Additionally, the potential colonization of the moth across Europe is modelled on the basis of its current distribution, environmental variables and the host plant’s distribution. © 2017, Department of Agricultural Sciences, University of Bologna. All rights reserved.
