Järvselja Nature Reserve

Järvselja Nature Reserve is a nature reserve situated in south-eastern Estonia, in Tartu County.

Järvselja Nature Reserve
King's Pine in Järvselja
Map showing the location of Järvselja Nature Reserve
Map showing the location of Järvselja Nature Reserve
LocationEstonia
Nearest cityTartu
Coordinates58°16′32″N 27°19′26″E
Established1924

The purpose of the nature reserve is to preserve the old-growth forest of the area, consisting mainly of Scots pine trees, including the so-called King's Pine Tree (Estonian: kuningamänd), which is over 360 years old. The nature reserve also functions as an important habitat for several species of birds, including pygmy owl, grey-headed woodpecker and wood grouse. A 5-kilometre trail has been prepared for the convenience of visitors.[1]

References
  1. "Nature Reserves and Hiking Trails in Tartu County" (PDF). Tartu Visitor Centre. Retrieved 19 May 2015.
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