NATURAL SITE «LYSIY BUKHTAY» («CHUMAYSKY BUKHTAY»): FAUNA, FLORA, NVIRONMENTAL VALUE

Abstract

The paper introduces the description of the natural complex of «Lysiy Bukhtay» site that is being organized in the Chebulinsky district of Kemerovo region in the middle reaches of the river Kiya. The authors consider the geological features, climate, soils, plant and animal life and environmental value of the new designated conservation area, its value for the preservation of the unique geological site, rare species of plants and animals, and the biological diversity in the Kia's valley on the southwest border of the Chulym plateau and the northeast foothills of the Kuznetsk Alatau.

Keywords

• natural site
• rare species of plants and animals
• preservation of unique geological objects
• preservation of biological diversity