Small, dragon-like creatures, numbering forty, discovered; thriving in a reptile utopia currently.
In the picturesque region of Kreis Segeberg, nestled near Hamburg, a unique haven has been created for a small but significant reptile - the wall lizard. The Hasenkrug Foundation Land, originally a mini-campground, has been transformed into a 5-star deluxe resort for wall lizards, providing sunny resting places, safe hiding spots, and cozy winter quarters.
Janis Ahrens, a dedicated "wall lizard saviour," is working tirelessly to prevent the extinction of these ancient creatures in Schleswig-Holstein. In 2019, 200 wall lizards were settled in the lizard paradise near Hasenkrug. More recently, 40 hatchlings were released into their new habitat by Ahrens and his team.
The wall lizards are incubated in a special hatchery at 24 to 26 degrees, and the Hasenkrug Foundation Land offers sandy bare spots for them to lay eggs and incubate them in the warmth of the sun's rays. Stumps and cut-off tree trunks with root systems provide protection from predators and serve as winter quarters.
Thyme, heather, and kidney vetch are among the wildflowers in the Hasenkrug Foundation Land, offering hiding places for lizards and attracting insects that are a delicious part of the lizards' diet. Every 60 meters, there are so-called stepping stones for the lizard, making it easier for them to move from one habitat to the next with breaks.
However, the wall lizard is currently threatened by human lifestyle and is listed as "strongly endangered" in Schleswig-Holstein. The main food source of wall lizards is dwindling, including insects like beetles, grasshoppers, wild bees, and butterflies. The lizards themselves face challenges in reaching other animals for reproduction due to roads, railway tracks, or settlements that cut through their habitats.
Despite the challenges, the conservation efforts at the Hasenkrug Foundation Land are making a significant difference. The lizards are thriving in their new home, and the video shot by the Nature Conservation Foundation at the breeding station shows the birth of a small wall lizard, a testament to the success of these conservation efforts.
For more detailed and up-to-date information on this specific conservation project, consulting specialized environmental agencies, local conservation organizations in Schleswig-Holstein, or directly contacting the Hasenkrug Foundation might be necessary. The Schleswig-Holstein Nature Conservation Foundation has also created similar lizard paradises in other parts of the state, such as Nordoe, Holnis, and the Geltinger Birk.
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