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13 Vértes Mountains and Zámoly Basin |
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Description |
The Vértes mountains are part of the Transdanubian mountain chain, and are dolomitic in composition with deep ravines. The southern slopes experience a sub-Mediterranean climate, whilst the northern slopes are subalpine. The Zámoly basin is situated in the foothills to the south-east of Vértes. Human activities include grazing, haymaking, hunting, tourism and mining. |
Location and size Administrative region(s): Fejér, Komárom-Esztergom Central coordinates: E18.20, N47.25 Altitude: 130-480m Area: 29400 ha |
Habitats and percentage 01. Forest (60%) 03. Shrubland (10%) 04. Grassland (22%) |
IBA qualifying birds Ferruginous Duck (Aythya nyroca) - breeding Imperial Eagle (Aquila heliaca) - resident Saker (Falco cherrug) - resident |
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