New habitats of some species of orchids on the territory of the European ecological network Natura 2000 (Bulgaria)

Abstract

We present new data on the distribution of five orchid species in the Batova Valley Protected Area BG 0000102, part of the European ecological network Natura 2000. Although these orchid species are not new to the floristic region of Northeastern Bulgaria, we report new habitats in Batova River Valley Protected Area. Three of the species are reported for the first time, for the other two species, this is the second report in the study area. All described orchid species are subject to protection by various national and international documents.