2016 the Munich Airport's environmental department startet a new project - the new home for threatened butterfly species in the boglands of the Freisinger Moos. This takes considerable expertise and great patience – because butterflies are very demanding tenants.
Each of the seven rare butterfly species has its own specific requirements regarding the characteristics of its habitat. To meet the individual needs of these future inhabitants, the airport’s Environmental Department, in collaboration with the Real Estate Department, has selected six suitable sites. The total project area is approximately five hectares.
The preparation work is now underway, with plantings of specific plant species such as the great burnet and bistort and the clearing of woodland in some areas. At the same time, a special mowing concept has been developed to meet the needs of the butterflies. A 50,000 square meter protected habitat is being created for the bogland butterflies.
The landscape planner will need patience, however: "Endangered species don't settle in an area overnight." Nevertheless, the project, which has a five-year timeline, represents a real opportunity for the butterflies to thrive on a sustainable basis under ideal conditions.
Also after the project closure in 2020, the plots of land will be cultivated for the threatened butterfly to meet their high expenses.
