Research Sites
The BioMonitor4CAP project covers a wide range of climatic and biogeographical regions as well as diverse farming systems across the EU.
The project includes sample sites in 9 countries, spanning 21 locations and a total of 42 distinct agricultural fields.
These field sites represent:
- Arable, grassland, and agroforestry farming systems,
- Areas with conservation status (e.g. Natura 2000, Ramsar) or designated biodiversity research sites, where agricultural practices aim to enhance biodiversity,
- Mineral and organic soils, including peatlands.
Additionally, three locations in Peru are included as reference sites. These are situated in one of the most biodiverse regions in the world, allowing for the testing of devices and technologies against a broader spectrum of species.
The project's research sites are divided into three groups:
Major Research Sites (M)
These are research sites in conservation areas (mostly Natura 2000) where intensive research is conducted.
Located in Bulgaria, Finland, Germany, Great Britain and Portugal.
Selected Research Sites (S)
These sites help cover different geographical areas and allow for studying specific species.
Located in Austria, Finland, Germany, Peru, Portugal and Poland.
Demonstrations Sites (D)
These sites are used for training and showing how project findings and technologies can be applied in different types of land, such as farmland, grassland, and agroforestry.
Located in Austria, Germany and the Netherlands.
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