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In the Natura 2000 site "Oberlauf der Rur" numerous nature conservation measures will be carried out in the period 2017-2022 within 6 years. Flagship species of the project is the violet copper (Lycaena helle). This butterfly is extremely rare in Europe and in Germany it is only found in a few regions. By preserving existing habitats and creating new ones, such as wet meadows and alluvial forests, not only the natural Eifel landscape is promoted, but also its valuable biodiversity.

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Jul 22, 2025

18 volunteers tackle the Himalayan Balsam

The ‘Monschau rupft’ campaign took place again this year. In beautiful summer weather, 18 volunteers gathered to take part in the approximately three-hour campaign on Saturday morning.

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May 28, 2025

International symposium on the EU-funded Life project ‘Patches & Corridors’ took place in Monschau

Around 50 experts and interested parties on the topics of nature conservation, climate change and butterflies came together at Aukloster Monschau on 22 and 23 May. The event was organised by the Biological Station StädteRegion Aachen e.V. as part of the nature conservation project ‘Patches & Corridors - Habitat Network for the Violet Copper’...

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