Research Article

Classification of Argözü Valley (Kıbrıscık-Bolu) Plant Communities according to EUNIS Habitat Types

Volume: 29 Number: 3 February 8, 2026
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Classification of Argözü Valley (Kıbrıscık-Bolu) Plant Communities according to EUNIS Habitat Types

Abstract

In this study, the habitat types and associated plant communities of the Argözü Valley were identified and classified in accordance with the European Nature Information System (EUNIS). A total of 13 plant communities were distinguished within the study area, representing six major vegetation types: forest, shrubland, streamside vegetation, high mountain steppe, moist meadow, and rocky vegetation. These communities were further categorized into 11 distinct habitat types under the E and G habitat classes of the EUNIS classification system. The findings provide a foundational basis for biodiversity conservation initiatives and the formulation of effective habitat management strategies. Nevertheless, ongoing transhumance and grazing activities constitute significant threats to the ecological integrity of these habitats. In particular, areas with high levels of endemism—such as Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris L.) forests, alpine communities, and moist meadows—require urgent conservation prioritization to ensure their long-term sustainability.

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Project Number

DÜBAP-2012.02.02.117

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Botany (Other)

Journal Section

Research Article

Early Pub Date

February 8, 2026

Publication Date

February 8, 2026

Submission Date

February 4, 2025

Acceptance Date

October 3, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2026 Volume: 29 Number: 3

APA
Güneş Özkan, N., Aksoy, N., Aslan, S., & Tunçkol, B. (2026). Classification of Argözü Valley (Kıbrıscık-Bolu) Plant Communities according to EUNIS Habitat Types. Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam Üniversitesi Tarım Ve Doğa Dergisi, 29(3), 635-652. https://doi.org/10.18016/ksutarimdoga.vi.1632992


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