Wild Polesia
@wildpolesia.bsky.social
Protecting one of Europe's largest natural landscapes.
The project is part of Endangered Landscapes & Seascapes Programme, funded by Arcadia, coordinated by Frankfurt Zoological Society.
#WildPolesia
www.wildpolesia.org
The project is part of Endangered Landscapes & Seascapes Programme, funded by Arcadia, coordinated by Frankfurt Zoological Society.
#WildPolesia
www.wildpolesia.org
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Wild Polesia
@wildpolesia.bsky.social
· Feb 24
Welcome to the new channel of #WildPolesia!
We are the conservation project focused on the protection & restoration of one of Europe's largest wilderness areas.
Follow us to get a glimpse of the wonderful nature of #Polesia and to learn about our progress in researching and preserving its values!
We are the conservation project focused on the protection & restoration of one of Europe's largest wilderness areas.
Follow us to get a glimpse of the wonderful nature of #Polesia and to learn about our progress in researching and preserving its values!
Hydrological monitoring continues at the restoration sites in the #ChornobylBiosphereReserve. 11 observation wells were installed this year providing scientists with data reflecting the 'background' hydro regime. Once the engineering measures have been implemented, their impact will be assessed.
December 17, 2025 at 10:07 AM
Hydrological monitoring continues at the restoration sites in the #ChornobylBiosphereReserve. 11 observation wells were installed this year providing scientists with data reflecting the 'background' hydro regime. Once the engineering measures have been implemented, their impact will be assessed.
A #cameratrap captured a #lynx and a #deer, its potential prey, passing in the same place just a few minutes apart.
#WildPolesia harbours many #wilderness areas where #ecosystems are healthy & self-regulated, including thanks to a stable predator–prey balance.
#WildlifeWednesday
#WildPolesia harbours many #wilderness areas where #ecosystems are healthy & self-regulated, including thanks to a stable predator–prey balance.
#WildlifeWednesday
December 10, 2025 at 9:18 AM
A #cameratrap captured a #lynx and a #deer, its potential prey, passing in the same place just a few minutes apart.
#WildPolesia harbours many #wilderness areas where #ecosystems are healthy & self-regulated, including thanks to a stable predator–prey balance.
#WildlifeWednesday
#WildPolesia harbours many #wilderness areas where #ecosystems are healthy & self-regulated, including thanks to a stable predator–prey balance.
#WildlifeWednesday
Winter has come, and male #moose will soon shed their #antlers. Rich in protein and minerals, they are quickly eaten by a variety of #animals! New antlers grow quite quickly reaching impressive sizes and can weigh up to 30kg!
Compare a moose’s look in summer and autumn. #Cameratraps #biodiversity
Compare a moose’s look in summer and autumn. #Cameratraps #biodiversity
December 5, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Winter has come, and male #moose will soon shed their #antlers. Rich in protein and minerals, they are quickly eaten by a variety of #animals! New antlers grow quite quickly reaching impressive sizes and can weigh up to 30kg!
Compare a moose’s look in summer and autumn. #Cameratraps #biodiversity
Compare a moose’s look in summer and autumn. #Cameratraps #biodiversity
A #cameratrap survey held as part of our project provided >50K pictures & gave a lot of information for a number of studies. 6.77 registered #animal #species per site is an average number for the studied area. The pictures you see were captured by the same CT!
#WildlifeWednesday #biodiversity
#WildlifeWednesday #biodiversity
November 26, 2025 at 10:04 AM
A #cameratrap survey held as part of our project provided >50K pictures & gave a lot of information for a number of studies. 6.77 registered #animal #species per site is an average number for the studied area. The pictures you see were captured by the same CT!
#WildlifeWednesday #biodiversity
#WildlifeWednesday #biodiversity
#CameraTraps are an excellent tool for #biodiversity #monitoring in #WildPolesia.
>70 scientists & rangers took part in the training sessions on CTs held by our project this year in #Ukrainian PAs. They've been provided with 150 cameratraps for their further research and #conservation work.
>70 scientists & rangers took part in the training sessions on CTs held by our project this year in #Ukrainian PAs. They've been provided with 150 cameratraps for their further research and #conservation work.
November 14, 2025 at 8:30 AM
#CameraTraps are an excellent tool for #biodiversity #monitoring in #WildPolesia.
>70 scientists & rangers took part in the training sessions on CTs held by our project this year in #Ukrainian PAs. They've been provided with 150 cameratraps for their further research and #conservation work.
>70 scientists & rangers took part in the training sessions on CTs held by our project this year in #Ukrainian PAs. They've been provided with 150 cameratraps for their further research and #conservation work.
Different lynxes or the same one? Camera traps for lynx are set in pairs opposite each other to shoot the animal from both sides. Then, experts examine the unique spots on the lynx's skin, which are like fingerprints! If the same lynx is "caught" by the CTs several times, it will surely be noticed.
November 5, 2025 at 8:13 AM
Different lynxes or the same one? Camera traps for lynx are set in pairs opposite each other to shoot the animal from both sides. Then, experts examine the unique spots on the lynx's skin, which are like fingerprints! If the same lynx is "caught" by the CTs several times, it will surely be noticed.
#Wetlands and #peatlands of #WildPolesia make an immense impact on #climatechange mitigation. But being degraded, they can only worsen the existing problems. Rewetting and restoring mires is our #ClimateAction.
#DayofClimateAction
#DayofClimateAction
October 24, 2025 at 9:42 AM
#Wetlands and #peatlands of #WildPolesia make an immense impact on #climatechange mitigation. But being degraded, they can only worsen the existing problems. Rewetting and restoring mires is our #ClimateAction.
#DayofClimateAction
#DayofClimateAction
The Frankfurt Zoological Society / Zoologische Gesellschaft Frankfurt has shared an overview of its #year2024 milestones and achievements. We are happy that our project is also a part of this impressive, multidimensional and global-scale story.
fzs.org/en/news/annu...
fzs.org/en/news/annu...
Annual Report 2024
A comprehensive summary of the FZS programs in 2024.
fzs.org
October 23, 2025 at 7:01 AM
The Frankfurt Zoological Society / Zoologische Gesellschaft Frankfurt has shared an overview of its #year2024 milestones and achievements. We are happy that our project is also a part of this impressive, multidimensional and global-scale story.
fzs.org/en/news/annu...
fzs.org/en/news/annu...
#BatAppreciationMonth
#WildPolesia is home to at least 12 #bat species, including rare & protected ones. These animals depend on #deadwood & old-growth #forests. We make efforts to protect the #habitats of these and other #rarespecies: wildpolesia.org/blog/2025/09...
#WildPolesia is home to at least 12 #bat species, including rare & protected ones. These animals depend on #deadwood & old-growth #forests. We make efforts to protect the #habitats of these and other #rarespecies: wildpolesia.org/blog/2025/09...
Protecting rare and typical habitats in Polesia | Wild Polesia
The article explains the importance of rare and typical habitats’ protection in the Polesia region adn the legal mechanisms of this work.
wildpolesia.org
October 20, 2025 at 10:29 AM
#BatAppreciationMonth
#WildPolesia is home to at least 12 #bat species, including rare & protected ones. These animals depend on #deadwood & old-growth #forests. We make efforts to protect the #habitats of these and other #rarespecies: wildpolesia.org/blog/2025/09...
#WildPolesia is home to at least 12 #bat species, including rare & protected ones. These animals depend on #deadwood & old-growth #forests. We make efforts to protect the #habitats of these and other #rarespecies: wildpolesia.org/blog/2025/09...
The #AquaticWarbler is the rarest #migratory songbird in #Europe. Due to the massive fens’ drainage, its population has decreased by 95% over the last century. Currently, over 40% of the species’ global population nests in #WildPolesia.
#WMBD2025 #BirdsConnectOurWorld
#WMBD2025 #BirdsConnectOurWorld
October 11, 2025 at 5:14 PM
The #AquaticWarbler is the rarest #migratory songbird in #Europe. Due to the massive fens’ drainage, its population has decreased by 95% over the last century. Currently, over 40% of the species’ global population nests in #WildPolesia.
#WMBD2025 #BirdsConnectOurWorld
#WMBD2025 #BirdsConnectOurWorld
Just look! The #GreaterSpottedEagles are on their annual journey from #WildPolesia to their wintering grounds, thousands of miles away. Where are they flying, and who is
the fastest? Follow the rare birds' #autumnmigration online via the interactive map: wildpolesia.org/greater-spot....
the fastest? Follow the rare birds' #autumnmigration online via the interactive map: wildpolesia.org/greater-spot....
September 30, 2025 at 8:09 AM
Just look! The #GreaterSpottedEagles are on their annual journey from #WildPolesia to their wintering grounds, thousands of miles away. Where are they flying, and who is
the fastest? Follow the rare birds' #autumnmigration online via the interactive map: wildpolesia.org/greater-spot....
the fastest? Follow the rare birds' #autumnmigration online via the interactive map: wildpolesia.org/greater-spot....
Let’s celebrate a true treasure of #WildPolesia, life-giving arteries for both nature and people – the free-flowing #rivers that
provide habitat to a variety of species;
help to mitigate the climate change;
prevent dangerous natural phenomena.
#WorldRiversDay
provide habitat to a variety of species;
help to mitigate the climate change;
prevent dangerous natural phenomena.
#WorldRiversDay
September 28, 2025 at 8:57 AM
Let’s celebrate a true treasure of #WildPolesia, life-giving arteries for both nature and people – the free-flowing #rivers that
provide habitat to a variety of species;
help to mitigate the climate change;
prevent dangerous natural phenomena.
#WorldRiversDay
provide habitat to a variety of species;
help to mitigate the climate change;
prevent dangerous natural phenomena.
#WorldRiversDay
Identifying and protecting rare and typical #habitats, as well as monitoring activities that allow for the identification of such areas are an effective and important mechanism for preserving #NaturalValues in #WildPolesia.
Follow the link for more: wildpolesia.org/blog/2025/09...
Follow the link for more: wildpolesia.org/blog/2025/09...
Protecting rare and typical habitats in Polesia | Wild Polesia
The article explains the importance of rare and typical habitats’ protection in the Polesia region adn the legal mechanisms of this work.
wildpolesia.org
September 19, 2025 at 10:53 AM
Identifying and protecting rare and typical #habitats, as well as monitoring activities that allow for the identification of such areas are an effective and important mechanism for preserving #NaturalValues in #WildPolesia.
Follow the link for more: wildpolesia.org/blog/2025/09...
Follow the link for more: wildpolesia.org/blog/2025/09...
The globally endangered #GreaterSpottedEagle is a key #species for our project. #DYK that it can have a rare pale morph, and only a few of such birds have been recorded in #Europe? One of them, a female of >12 years old, has been breeding in #WildPolesia for several years in a row.
September 15, 2025 at 11:49 AM
The globally endangered #GreaterSpottedEagle is a key #species for our project. #DYK that it can have a rare pale morph, and only a few of such birds have been recorded in #Europe? One of them, a female of >12 years old, has been breeding in #WildPolesia for several years in a row.
The old-growth #forests of #WildPolesia, with a large number of old & dead trees, are home to many rare and protected #species. We identify these #habitats and protect them to preserve them in their natural state, which is crucial for the region's #biodiversity.
September 8, 2025 at 9:24 AM
The old-growth #forests of #WildPolesia, with a large number of old & dead trees, are home to many rare and protected #species. We identify these #habitats and protect them to preserve them in their natural state, which is crucial for the region's #biodiversity.
#Floodplain #OakGroves are a #landmark of #WildPolesia. They perform water protection & water regulation functions, and are home to diverse & rare flora and fauna #species.
Growing anthropogenic pressure leads to degradation & disappearance of these valuable natural complexes.
Growing anthropogenic pressure leads to degradation & disappearance of these valuable natural complexes.
September 1, 2025 at 11:54 AM
#Floodplain #OakGroves are a #landmark of #WildPolesia. They perform water protection & water regulation functions, and are home to diverse & rare flora and fauna #species.
Growing anthropogenic pressure leads to degradation & disappearance of these valuable natural complexes.
Growing anthropogenic pressure leads to degradation & disappearance of these valuable natural complexes.
Unlike in many parts of #Europe, #wolves have never completely disappeared from #WildPolesia despite habitats' fragmentation and unrestricted hunting.
We are studying the local #wolf population to improve the #conservation of this charismatic species.
#biodiversity #carnivores
We are studying the local #wolf population to improve the #conservation of this charismatic species.
#biodiversity #carnivores
August 21, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Unlike in many parts of #Europe, #wolves have never completely disappeared from #WildPolesia despite habitats' fragmentation and unrestricted hunting.
We are studying the local #wolf population to improve the #conservation of this charismatic species.
#biodiversity #carnivores
We are studying the local #wolf population to improve the #conservation of this charismatic species.
#biodiversity #carnivores
As part of our project, 6 training sessions on the SMART system were held for staff of 7 protected areas in the Ukrainian Polesia.
>70 scientists & rangers mastered a new mobile tool for #biodiversity monitoring & data organisation. They also got necessary devices & software.
>70 scientists & rangers mastered a new mobile tool for #biodiversity monitoring & data organisation. They also got necessary devices & software.
August 15, 2025 at 8:38 AM
As part of our project, 6 training sessions on the SMART system were held for staff of 7 protected areas in the Ukrainian Polesia.
>70 scientists & rangers mastered a new mobile tool for #biodiversity monitoring & data organisation. They also got necessary devices & software.
>70 scientists & rangers mastered a new mobile tool for #biodiversity monitoring & data organisation. They also got necessary devices & software.
Just look at those graceful legs! With sharp #hooves, they are the #moose's deadly weapon. In open terrain, this #ungulate, typical for #WildPolesia, can easily fend off even large #predators.
#WildlifeWednesday #animals #biodiversity #CameraTrap
#WildlifeWednesday #animals #biodiversity #CameraTrap
August 6, 2025 at 5:38 AM
Just look at those graceful legs! With sharp #hooves, they are the #moose's deadly weapon. In open terrain, this #ungulate, typical for #WildPolesia, can easily fend off even large #predators.
#WildlifeWednesday #animals #biodiversity #CameraTrap
#WildlifeWednesday #animals #biodiversity #CameraTrap
Our project leader Elleni Vendras is taking part in #RamsarCOP15 in #Zimbabwe. She’ll give a presentation on #restoration efforts during wartime at a side event organised jointly with the delegation of #Ukraine. All those interested are invited to join!
July 25, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Our project leader Elleni Vendras is taking part in #RamsarCOP15 in #Zimbabwe. She’ll give a presentation on #restoration efforts during wartime at a side event organised jointly with the delegation of #Ukraine. All those interested are invited to join!
#Summer is the busiest time of year for specialists conducting #FieldResearch in #WildPolesia. They endure many hardships & inconveniences in their quest to discover new information about the region's #wildlife. We wish them perseverance & good luck this season!
July 18, 2025 at 9:04 AM
#Summer is the busiest time of year for specialists conducting #FieldResearch in #WildPolesia. They endure many hardships & inconveniences in their quest to discover new information about the region's #wildlife. We wish them perseverance & good luck this season!
The #PygmyOwl is the world's smallest 🦉
Being primarily a boreal or mountain species, it can also be found in #WildPolesia.
Very strict #conservation measures are in place in the protected habitats of these birds. This benefits other #species & natural systems in these areas.
Being primarily a boreal or mountain species, it can also be found in #WildPolesia.
Very strict #conservation measures are in place in the protected habitats of these birds. This benefits other #species & natural systems in these areas.
July 13, 2025 at 10:36 AM
The #PygmyOwl is the world's smallest 🦉
Being primarily a boreal or mountain species, it can also be found in #WildPolesia.
Very strict #conservation measures are in place in the protected habitats of these birds. This benefits other #species & natural systems in these areas.
Being primarily a boreal or mountain species, it can also be found in #WildPolesia.
Very strict #conservation measures are in place in the protected habitats of these birds. This benefits other #species & natural systems in these areas.
Check out this rare image - a #lynx captured by a #cameratrap. But what's so special about it, you might ask? During a large-scale CT survey in #WildPolesia, we received >50K #photos from 100 CTs, but only a few of them show a lynx in daylight.
July 4, 2025 at 12:52 PM
Check out this rare image - a #lynx captured by a #cameratrap. But what's so special about it, you might ask? During a large-scale CT survey in #WildPolesia, we received >50K #photos from 100 CTs, but only a few of them show a lynx in daylight.
This summer we organized training sessions on SMART system for protected areas’ staff of the Ukrainian Polesia. SMART is an effective mobile tool for #biodiversity monitoring & data organisation. The specialists were provided with #cameratraps & smartphones with special software.
June 26, 2025 at 7:33 PM
This summer we organized training sessions on SMART system for protected areas’ staff of the Ukrainian Polesia. SMART is an effective mobile tool for #biodiversity monitoring & data organisation. The specialists were provided with #cameratraps & smartphones with special software.
Due to the large-scale drainage reclamation, #WildPolesia now suffers from #SoilErosion & #DustStorms. Many drained #peatlands are no longer fertile & have been abandoned. #WetlandRestoration can bring life back to these areas & provide vital #EcosystemServices.
#RestoreLand #CombatDesertification
#RestoreLand #CombatDesertification
June 17, 2025 at 11:48 AM
Due to the large-scale drainage reclamation, #WildPolesia now suffers from #SoilErosion & #DustStorms. Many drained #peatlands are no longer fertile & have been abandoned. #WetlandRestoration can bring life back to these areas & provide vital #EcosystemServices.
#RestoreLand #CombatDesertification
#RestoreLand #CombatDesertification