Forest conversion at Drosselbach

April 19, 2024

teaser-bildBanks of the Drosselbach cleared of spruce tree

Forest conversion was initiated on an area of over one hectare at Drosselbach.

The soils to the left and right of the watercourse are wet. Originally, alders, maples, birches and willows grew here. The ground was covered by chickweed, sedge, wiregrass, silverleaf, butterbur and other herbs and grasses. These plants have no chance of growing in the densely planted spruce forest. However, they are the basis of life for all kinds of animals - mostly insects - which in turn provide food for birds, amphibians, reptiles and small mammals. The felling of conifers represents a turning point in the development of the forest. Here, as in other places in the nature reserve, we allow more space for the native Eifel biodiversity. This should be a matter of course in a nature reserve.

The valley section on the Drosselbach before the measure
Lots of spruce, not much Eifel

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