Fight for survival: Harzer Zorro animal in danger

Fight for survival: Harzer Zorro animal in danger

Environmental protection in danger: Harzer "Zorro" animal needs help

In the Harz, there is an animal that may seem inconspicuous at first glance, but is actually very endangered: the garden sleeper, also known as the "Zorro" animal. These sleeping mice feel comfortable in the forests of the Harz, but are being spotted less and less.

Environmentalists warn of the dramatic decline in the population of the garden sleeper. According to Marc Filla from the BUND for the Environment and Nature Conservation Germany (BUND), the distribution area of ​​this kind has decreased by half in the past 30 years. The situation is particularly worrying in the Harz Mountains, an important habitat for garden sleepers in Germany.

Protection measures in the Harz

To protect the garden sleeper and increase its awareness, the “Garden Slip” project was launched. This project focuses on the preservation of the habitat for the sleeping mice, especially in the forests of the Harz Mountains near Goslar.

volunteers like the former forester Willi Grope help to hide nesting boxes for garden sleepers in order to offer them safe retreats. These nesting boxes not only serve as a shelter, but also as observation points to gain insights into the population size and the behavior of the animals.

Environmental protection and species protection in focus

The garden sleeper is an important part of the ecosystem despite its minor awareness. By protecting this type, environmentalists not only contribute to the preservation of biodiversity, but also to stabilize natural balance in the Harz It is therefore crucial that measures are taken to maintain the habitat of the garden sleeper and create new retreats. Volunteer actions such as the system of pools, forest edges and Benjeshecke help to protect the sleeping mice and to secure their survival in the long term.

Appeal to the population

It is our responsibility to protect the endangered animal species such as garden sleepers. Should you ever be lucky enough to see one of these "Zorro" animals in the Harz, think about acting and making a contribution to the preservation of biodiversity in our region. Every support counts in the fight against species death.

- Nag