Staroselskiy Mokh swamp, Protected wetland in Nelidovsky District, Russia.
Staroselskiy Mokh is a wetland in Tver Oblast spread across flat terrain and characterized by dense moss growth. This swampland supports many bird species, amphibians, and specialized plants adapted to wet, boggy conditions.
The bog formed after the last ice age and has created a stable ecology for the region over thousands of years. Throughout centuries, it remained important for local resource use and influenced human settlement patterns in the surrounding area.
Though isolated, people from nearby areas traditionally gather specific plants for local crafts and remedies from the wetland. These practices remain part of everyday life and show how the landscape has shaped local knowledge over time.
The terrain is wet, so waterproof shoes and weatherproof clothing are necessary when visiting. The best access is through Nelidovsky District, where local guides can help navigate paths through the bog.
The bog contains sphagnum moss that stores carbon and filters water, making it a natural air cleaner. These mosses grow extremely slowly and form layers built up over centuries.
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