Mailloueyre, Protected biological reserve in Mimizan, France
Mailloueyre is a protected forest reserve located near the Atlantic coast in southwestern France, combining coastal dunes, pine woodlands, ponds, and marsh areas. The landscape shifts from sandy terrain to wetter zones that host a range of plant and animal communities adapted to these changing conditions.
The area was officially established as a protected reserve in 2014 through cooperation between French government agencies focused on environmental conservation. This designation reflected efforts to safeguard the natural ecosystems found along France's Atlantic coast region.
The reserve functions as an educational center where researchers and students conduct studies on ecology, forest management, and species conservation.
Some areas of the reserve are open for nature observation and research activities under the management of the National Forest Office. Visitors should check local access guidelines to understand any restrictions and how to move through the site responsibly.
The reserve hosts a surprising range of wildlife, with more than a hundred bird species and dozens of mammal species living alongside hundreds of plant varieties. This concentration of diverse life forms in one location offers visitors the chance to encounter an unusually rich mix of species in a relatively small area.
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