Réserve naturelle nationale d'Arjuzanx, National nature reserve in Morcenx-la-Nouvelle and Rion-des-Landes, France.
Arjuzanx National Nature Reserve is a protected area spanning approximately 2,200 hectares with wetlands, forests, and natural grasslands distributed across three communities. The terrain supports diverse plant and animal habitats and is accessed through marked walking paths and cycling routes.
The site initially received protection as a National Hunting and Wildlife Reserve in 1987, then was redesignated as a National Nature Reserve in 2022. This elevation in status reflects growing recognition of the area's importance for biodiversity.
The reserve serves as a major wintering refuge for cranes, which gather here in large numbers and shape the seasonal rhythm of the landscape. This avian presence has made the area an important destination for birdwatchers and influences how visitors experience the wetlands and open spaces.
The site is accessible through marked walking and cycling paths suitable for different ability levels. Guided tours are available to help visitors better understand the habitats and their inhabitants.
The reserve contains special aquatic environments characterized by low nutrient levels, creating conditions for rare plant and animal species found in few other places. These oligotrophic ecosystems support organisms adapted to such specific conditions.
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