Muraste Nature Reserve, Nature reserve in Harku Rural Municipality, Estonia
Muraste Nature Reserve is a protected area on Estonia's northern coast covering around 141 hectares with various habitat types and native wildlife. The landscape combines forest, wetland, and coastal zones that support different plant and animal communities.
The area received protected status in 2005 to safeguard valuable habitats and local species populations. This designation followed Estonian environmental legislation aimed at preserving coastal biodiversity.
The reserve functions as an educational center where researchers and students examine Estonian biodiversity through field studies and conservation programs.
The reserve offers marked trails connecting various viewing points where visitors can explore the landscape on foot. The best visiting time depends on which plants and animals you want to see, as the environment changes throughout the year.
The reserve contains specific geographical coordinates at 59°28′03″N and 24°26′45″E, contributing to Estonia's network of protected natural environments.
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