Black Sea coast of the Caucasus - a region stretching along the Black Sea to the border with Turkey to the Taman Peninsula.It includes the coastal areas of Krasnodar region, Abkhazia and Georgia.Black Sea coast is famous for its rich nature, a warm climate and an abundance of tourist centers.The most famous spa towns in the region - is Sochi, Adler, Anapa, Gagra, Tuapse, Gelendzhik and others.In addition to a long swimming season and abundance of beaches, tourists are attracted by the beautiful nature of the Black Sea coast of the Caucasus.
climate is
Black Sea coast is located in the subtropical zone.The warm climate ensures originality of relief.The narrow strip between the mountains and the sea retains zero temperature in winter and summer is moderately high.This can be explained by the fact that the mountains do not let the cold air from the north, and heated over the summer sea air gives off heat in winter.However, Europe has experienced different amounts of rainfall.In the northern part of the climate is dry and little rain falls.South of Tuapse increased height of the mountains, and it provides a large amount of rainfall throughout the year.Still, in the region of more than 120 warm sunny days.Such a climate provides the uniqueness of the nature of the Black Sea coast.
Features relief region
Black Sea coast stretches along the sea more than 600 kilometers.Long coastline rather poorly indented and has a generally smooth shape.Near the sea ridges are low, but in some places they are suited to the water and form a bizarre rocks and cliffs.Anapa north shore is sandy and low, with many braids and Liman lakes.Nature Black Sea coast amazing variety, from subtropical landscape with palm trees to the deep gorges, waterfalls and glaciers.The further east from the coast, the higher mountains.
flora of the Black Sea coast
mild subtropical climate creates favorable conditions for the growth of many plants.They are in the region there are more than six thousand species.There are many relic plants: laurel, rhododendron, holly Colchis, high juniper, and others.Mountains cover a rich woody vegetation with a predominance of oak, hornbeam and softwood.In the south of the region are growing evergreen shrubs and vines, palm trees and magnolias.The coldest time of year, the temperature here does not fall below 4-5 degrees, and conditions favorable for these plants.Thanks to its excellent climate, crop production in the region is developed successfully grown tea, grapes, citrus and other crops.
Fauna Black Sea coast
Unlike other areas of the Caucasus region, the region is very peculiar.Animals that are found there, are more characteristic for the Mediterranean.The fauna of the coast is relatively poor, in spite of favorable weather conditions.Who else can be found in this region?
1. wonderful and unusual insects in these locations.From afar, hear cicadas, you can find big beautiful butterflies, such as the very rare oleander hawk.More common bugs - ground beetles, a lot of fireflies, shellfish and millipedes.Some insects are harmful, such as the anopheles mosquito or large skolopendry that painful bite.Lots and pests: vinoradny weevil, fruit moths and even worms that destroy wooden buildings.
2. Mammals are represented in the region of 60 species, but they are very peculiar.Interesting predators Black Sea coast of the Caucasus: Caucasian bear, jackal, leopard and lynx - a very beautiful and dangerous.Widespread deer, roe deer and wild boars.A lot of bats.Rare species include otters, chamois and tours.
3. Birds Black Sea coast is also quite peculiar.Also obschezvestnyh that fill Caucasian forest in spring and autumn during the flight, and there are special types: Caucasian black grouse, dipper, great buzzard, black woodpecker, horned lark, eagle, vulture, ringdove and many others.
4. reptiles and amphibians in this area quite a bit.There are turtles, many lizards, newts and snakes.Rare species include boas and red viper, as well as large toad found only in the Caucasus.
Waterworld region
Tourists visiting the Black Sea coast, rarely in the hinterland.Most often they are resting on the bank and, therefore, acquainted mainly with the inhabitants of the sea and the coastal zone.Water World in the region is also very unique.There are many species of game fish: herring, mullet, flounder, needle-fish and others.Freshwater trout in the rivers spread.Very interesting marine life: dolphins, sea horses, jellyfish and shrimp.All of them are destroyed for the sake of food, extraction of fat or just for fun.
What is being done to protect the environment in the region
Since the late 19th century, new settlers Black Sea coast began to actively explore the territory and destroy valuable species of animals and plants.It was only in the 20s of the 20th century began to take measures to preserve the unique animals of the Black Sea coast of the Caucasus.The region has created several nature reserves and sanctuaries.In the Caucasus State Biosphere Reserve preserved endangered species of deer and tours.In Golovin and Tuapse bred deer, martens, mink and fox, and Taman, Zaporozhye protect waterfowl.The most well-known - it is the Sochi National Park.It was there that preserve the unique nature, which is famous for its Black Sea coast.Photos of these places attracts a lot of people out there who want to relax and enjoy the spectacular views.
