Vransko jezero i Jasen, Protected ecological site near Zadar and Šibenik, Croatia.
Lake Vrana and its surroundings form a mosaic of water, wetland, and meadow across two counties with high ecological value. The area provides habitat for many plant and animal species adapted to these wet environments.
The area gained its protected status under the European Habitats Directive to preserve its valuable habitats for specialized species. This legal framework allows the region's ecological balance to be secured for the long term.
Fishing communities around the lake have maintained traditional catching methods for generations, keeping a balance between lake life and human use. These practices shape daily life in the area to this day.
Visitors can access the area through several entry points in surrounding towns, with spring and fall offering the best wildlife viewing as birds migrate through. Comfortable shoes and binoculars help when exploring and watching for animals.
The area shelters a rare plant species, the Illyrian sword lily, found only in this region and nowhere else. The waters also serve as refuge for specialized species like the great horseshoe bat, a fascinating creature active at night.
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