Title ULOGA MRTVOG DRVA U OČUVANJU BIORAZNOLIKOSTI U SPREMNIKU PARKOVNE ARHITEKTURE MAKSIMIR
Title (english) THE ROLE OF DEAD TREES IN PRESERVING BIODIVERSITY IN THE MONUMENT OF PARK ARCHITECTURE MAKSIMIR
Author Juraj Crnčan
Mentor Nina Popović (mentor)
Committee member Lidija Jakšić (predsjednik povjerenstva)
Committee member Marko Ožura (član povjerenstva)
Committee member Nina Popović (član povjerenstva)
Committee member Barica Jurković (član povjerenstva)
Granter Karlovac University of Applied Sciences (Department of Wildlife Management and Nature Conservation) Karlovac
Defense date and country 2024-11-22, Croatia
Scientific / art field, discipline and subdiscipline BIOTECHNICAL SCIENCES Interdisciplinary Technical Sciences
Abstract Ovaj rad bavi se istraživanjem uloge mrtvog drva u očuvanju bioraznolikosti unutar parka Maksimir, jednog od najvažnijih zelenih područja u Zagrebu. Mrtvo drvo je ključni element šumskih ekosustava, koji doprinosi održavanju ekološke ravnoteže i pruža stanište za brojne organizme, uključujući gljive, kukce i ptice. Unatoč svojoj važnosti, mrtvo drvo je često zanemareno u urbanim sredinama i gospodarskim šumama, što može imati negativan utjecaj na bioraznolikost i ekološku stabilnost tih područja. U istraživanju se posebno naglašava ekološka uloga mrtvog drva u ciklusu hranjivih tvari, poboljšanju strukture tla i održavanju mikroklimatskih uvjeta unutar šumskih zajednica. Mrtvo drvo, bilo stojeće ili ležeće, pruža različite mikrohabitate koji su ključni za preživljavanje i razmnožavanje specifičnih vrsta organizama. Primjerice, saprotrofne gljive igraju vitalnu ulogu u razgradnji mrtve organske tvari, čime doprinose recikliranju hranjivih tvari unutar ekosustava. Kukci, koji se hrane mrtvim drvom ili ga koriste kao stanište, također igraju važnu ulogu u hranidbenim lancima i oprašivanju. Kroz provedenu inventarizaciju mrtvog drva u parku Maksimir, prikupljeni su detaljni podaci o količini, raspodjeli i stanju mrtvog drva. Rezultati ove inventarizacije pokazuju prisutnost značajnih količina mrtvog drva različitih dimenzija i stupnjeva raspadanja, što ukazuje na dinamičan i zdrav ekosustav unutar parka. Ovi podaci su analizirani kako bi se utvrdila njihova važnost za lokalnu bioraznolikost te su uspoređeni s literaturnim podacima o sličnim ekosustavima. Zaključci istraživanja upućuju na to da mrtvo drvo igra ključnu ulogu u održavanju bioraznolikosti u Maksimiru, te da njegovo očuvanje i upravljanje trebaju biti integrirani u strategije zaštite prirode. Preporučuje se da mrtvo drvo bude prisutno u kontroliranim količinama kako bi se osigurala optimalna podrška za ekološke procese i staništa unutar parka. Osim toga, potrebna je kontinuirana edukacija i podizanje svijesti o važnosti mrtvog drva u urbanim sredinama, kako bi se potaknula javna podrška za očuvanje prirodnih resursa. Ovaj rad pridonosi boljem razumijevanju ekološke važnosti mrtvog drva i pruža praktične smjernice za njegovo očuvanje u urbanim parkovima kao što je Maksimir, čime se doprinosi očuvanju bioraznolikosti i ekološke stabilnosti u urbanim šumskim ekosustavima.
Abstract (english) This paper investigates the role of dead wood in biodiversity conservation within Maksimir Park, one of the most important green areas in Zagreb. Dead wood is a crucial element of forest ecosystems, contributing to ecological balance and providing habitat for numerous organisms, including fungi, insects, and birds. Despite its importance, dead wood is often overlooked in urban environments and managed forests, which can negatively impact biodiversity and ecological stability in these areas. The study particularly emphasizes the ecological role of dead wood in nutrient cycling, soil structure improvement, and maintaining microclimatic conditions within forest communities. Whether standing or fallen, dead wood offers various microhabitats that are essential for the survival and reproduction of specific species. For example, saprotrophic fungi play a vital role in decomposing dead organic matter, thereby contributing to nutrient recycling within ecosystems. Insects that feed on or inhabit dead wood also play significant roles in food webs and pollination. Through the conducted inventory of dead wood in Maksimir Park, detailed data were collected on the quantity, distribution, and condition of dead wood. The results of this inventory reveal the presence of substantial amounts of dead wood of various sizes and decomposition stages, indicating a dynamic and healthy ecosystem within the park. These data were analyzed to determine their importance for local biodiversity and compared with literature data on similar ecosystems. The study concludes that dead wood plays a key role in maintaining biodiversity in Maksimir and that its conservation and management should be integrated into nature protection strategies. It is recommended that dead wood be present in controlled quantities to ensure optimal support for ecological processes and habitats within the park. Additionally, ongoing education and awareness-raising about the importance of dead wood in urban areas are necessary to foster public support for the conservation of natural resources. This paper contributes to a better understanding of the ecological importance of dead wood and provides practical guidelines for its conservation in urban parks such as Maksimir, thereby supporting the preservation of biodiversity and ecological stability in urban forest ecosystems.
Keywords
mrtvo drvo
bioraznolikost
park Maksimir
šumski ekosustavi
inventarizacija
Keywords (english)
dead wood
biodiversity
Maksimir Park
forest ecosystems
inventory
Language croatian
URN:NBN urn:nbn:hr:128:785398
Study programme Title: Wildlife Management and Nature Conservation Study programme type: professional Study level: undergraduate Academic / professional title: stručni/a prvostupnik/prvostupnica (baccalaureus/baccalaurea) inženjer/inženjerka lovstva i zaštite prirode (stručni/a prvostupnik/prvostupnica (baccalaureus/baccalaurea) inženjer/inženjerka lovstva i zaštite prirode)
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