Preservation of valuable natural features
The most valuable parts of nature, such as exceptional trees, special or characteristic geological phenomenons, and the preserved and species-rich habitats, have the status of valuable natural feature. Type and management of valuable natural features are prescribed by Rules on the designation and protection of valuable natural features (sl. Pravilnik o določitvi in varstvo naravnih vrednot). Attached in the link is a list of valuable natural features and their records.
In the area of the Goričko Nature Park all the valuable natural features have the status of national importance. Some valuable natural features are marked with explanatory tables, on which you can learn more about their characteristics or typical species of plants or animals living there. Some valuable natural features need our help to continue their existence.
Exceptionality in most cases coincides with the age of the trees, as old trees are also more susceptible to attacks by fungi and insects, or damage. Rejuvenation cutt, which extends the life of the tree, can be used to help such trees. In the past such cutting was done on sorb tree and service tree specimens in Kobilje, both of them recognized as valuable natural features.
The habitats of rare and endangered plant and animal species must be maintained in a favourable state as well. Living habitats of shrubby garland flower is threatened by the growth of oak seedlings on forest edges, making it a necessity to annually remove young trees from meadows. Mowing the forest edges is not an appropriate measure, as it would also damage these shrubs.
