Allochthonous woody taxa in Zasavica ecosystem

Abstract

Special Nature Reserve Zasavica is an important wetland in Serbia. Therefore, it was designated as “Special Nature Reserve of the First Category“ in 1997. Moreover, it has been included in the national network of Ramsar sites (the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands of International Importance), in 2006. Considering importance of Special Nature Reserve Zasavica and the fact that stability of ecosystems can be disturbed by introducing alien species, we analyzed extent and coverage of allochthonous woody taxa within the Reserve region. Researching area comprised 1821 hectares. We found 21 allochthonous woody taxa that belong to Magnoliophyta subdivision. The most individuals are located within the first zone of protection.