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[[File:Harta e Zonave të Mbrojtura (2020).svg|thumb|200px|Network of protected areas in Albania (2020)<ref>{{cite web |url=https://gazetasi.al/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/parqetkombetarehartat.pdf |title= Map |website=gazetasi.al |access-date=2021-04-13}}</ref>]]
[[File:Harta e Zonave të Mbrojtura (2020).svg|thumb|200px|Network of protected areas in Albania (2020)<ref>{{cite web |url=https://gazetasi.al/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/parqetkombetarehartat.pdf |title= Map |website=gazetasi.al |access-date=2021-04-13}}</ref>]]


Despite being a relatively small country, [[Albania]] is exceedingly rich in [[biodiversity]]. Its ecosystems and habitats support over 5,550 species of [[vascular plant|vascular]] and [[non-vascular plant]]s and more than 15,600 species of [[conifer|coniferous]] and [[evergreen|non-coniferous evergreens]], most of which are threatened at global and European levels. The country has made recent efforts to expand its network of protected areas which now total 799 protected areas, including: [[List of national parks of Albania|11 national park]]s, 1 [[marine park]], 23 [[nature park|managed nature reserves]], 11 protected landscapes, 4 [[List of World Heritage Sites in Albania|World Heritage Sites]],<ref>{{cite web|author1=[[UNESCO]]|title=Albania|url=https://whc.unesco.org/en/statesparties/al|website=whc.unesco.org|language=en}}</ref> 4 [[List of Ramsar sites in Albania|Ramsar sites]]<ref>{{cite web|author1=[[Ramsar Convention]]|title=ALBANIA|url=http://www.ramsar.org/wetland/albania|website=ramsar.org|language=en|format=PDF}}</ref> and other protected areas of various categories, that when combined, account for 21.36% of the territory.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://sea.unep-wcmc.org/wdbpa/country1.cfm?Country=ALB |title=WDPA - Designation Display |access-date=2010-11-28 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110112212616/http://sea.unep-wcmc.org/wdbpa/country1.cfm?Country=ALB |archive-date=2011-01-12 }}</ref> Furthermore 1 biosphere reserve, 45 important plant areas and 16 [[List of Important Bird Areas in Albania|important bird areas]] are found in Albania.<ref>{{cite web|title=Important Plant Areas of the south and east Mediterranean region|url=https://portals.iucn.org/library/sites/library/files/documents/2011-014.pdf|website=portals.iucn.org|page=76|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|author1=[[BirdLife International]]|title=Albania|url=http://datazone.birdlife.org/site/results?cty=2&fam=0&gen=0|website=datazone.birdlife.org|language=en}}</ref>
Despite being a relatively small country, [[Albania]] is exceedingly rich in [[biodiversity]]. Its ecosystems and habitats support over 5,550 species of [[vascular plant|vascular]] and [[non-vascular plant]]s and more than 15,600 species of [[conifer|coniferous]] and [[evergreen|non-coniferous evergreens]], most of which are threatened at global and European levels. The country has made recent efforts to expand its network of protected areas which now include: [[List of national parks of Albania|11 national park]]s, 1 [[marine park]], 718 [[nature monument]]s, 23 [[nature park|managed nature reserves]], 11 [[protected area|protected landscapes]], 4 [[List of World Heritage Sites in Albania|World Heritage Sites]],<ref>{{cite web|author1=[[UNESCO]]|title=Albania|url=https://whc.unesco.org/en/statesparties/al|website=whc.unesco.org|language=en}}</ref> 4 [[List of Ramsar sites in Albania|Ramsar sites]]<ref>{{cite web|author1=[[Ramsar Convention]]|title=ALBANIA|url=http://www.ramsar.org/wetland/albania|website=ramsar.org|language=en|format=PDF}}</ref> and other protected areas of various categories, that when combined, account for 21.36% of the territory.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://sea.unep-wcmc.org/wdbpa/country1.cfm?Country=ALB |title=WDPA - Designation Display |access-date=2010-11-28 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110112212616/http://sea.unep-wcmc.org/wdbpa/country1.cfm?Country=ALB |archive-date=2011-01-12 }}</ref> Furthermore, a biosphere reserve, 45 important plant areas and 16 [[List of Important Bird Areas in Albania|important bird areas]] are found in the country.<ref>{{cite web|title=Important Plant Areas of the south and east Mediterranean region|url=https://portals.iucn.org/library/sites/library/files/documents/2011-014.pdf|website=portals.iucn.org|page=76|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|author1=[[BirdLife International]]|title=Albania|url=http://datazone.birdlife.org/site/results?cty=2&fam=0&gen=0|website=datazone.birdlife.org|language=en}}</ref>


Meanwhile, the central government has proclaimed the Coastline and the Tirana Greenbelt as areas of national importance.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Baza Ligjore {{!}} APR Tirana|url=https://aprtirana.al/baza-ligjore/|access-date=2021-02-20|language=en-GB}}</ref>
Meanwhile, the central government has proclaimed the Coastline and the Tirana Greenbelt as areas of national importance.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Baza Ligjore {{!}} APR Tirana|url=https://aprtirana.al/baza-ligjore/|access-date=2021-02-20|language=en-GB}}</ref>
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== Strict nature reserves ==
== Strict nature reserves ==
'''(Cat. Ia)''' Strict nature reserves are limited areas of ecological significance, preserved and protected for scientific purposes, to safeguard the living world and all its cultural and natural values. Two such areas in the country have this designation.
'''(Cat. Ia)''' Strict nature reserves are limited areas of ecological significance, preserved and protected for scientific purposes, to safeguard the living world and all its cultural and natural values. Two such areas in the country have this designation: [[Gashi Valley]] and [[Rrajcë Strict Nature Reserve]].
{{legend|#f5f5e2|[[World Heritage Site]]|border=solid 1px #AAAAAA}}

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! Name
! class="unsortable"|Image
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! Designated
! [[IUCN protected area categories|IUCN cat.]]
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! Area
! class="unsortable"|Map
|- bgcolor="#f5f5e2"
| '''[[Gashi Valley]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Peaks of the Balkans - 40 (24026470167).jpg|100px]]
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| {{start date|1996|01|15|df=y}}
| align="center"|Ia
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| {{convert|3000|ha|km2}}
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| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=42.426667|long=20.095833}}
|- bgcolor="#f5f5e2"
| '''[[Rrajcë Strict Nature Reserve]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Parku Kombëtarë Shebenik-Jabllanicë Unesco,Rrajce.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|2017|07|07|df=y}}
| align="center"|Ia
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| {{convert|4700|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=41.0875|long=20.573056}}
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== National parks ==
== National parks ==
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{{legend|#e1f7ff|[[Ramsar site|Ramsar wetland]] or a [[marine protected area]]|border=solid 1px #AAAAAA}}
{{legend|#e1f7ff|[[Ramsar site|Ramsar wetland]] or a [[marine protected area]]|border=solid 1px #AAAAAA}}


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! '''Logo'''
! Logo
! '''Name'''
! Name
! '''Image'''
! class="unsortable"|Image
! '''Designated'''
! Designated
! '''[[IUCN protected area categories|IUCN cat.]]'''
! [[IUCN protected area categories|IUCN cat.]]
! Area<ref name="VKM 2022">{{cite web |publisher=Kryeministria |title=Vendime të miratuara në mbledhjen e Këshillit të Ministrave, datë 26 Janar 2022 |url=https://kryeministria.al/newsroom/vendime-te-miratuara-ne-mbledhjen-e-keshillit-te-ministrave-date-26-janar-2022/ |access-date=24 March 2023 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20230324222730/https://kryeministria.al/newsroom/vendime-te-miratuara-ne-mbledhjen-e-keshillit-te-ministrave-date-26-janar-2022/ |archive-date=24 March 2023 |language=sq |date=26 January 2022 |url-status=live}}</ref>
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! '''Area'''
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! '''Location'''
|- bgcolor="#f5f5e2"
|- bgcolor="#f5f5e2"
| align="center"|[[File:Parku Kombëtar Butrint.svg|75px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Parku Kombëtar Butrint.svg|70px]]
| '''[[Butrint National Park]]'''
| '''[[Butrint National Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Albanien 1978 32.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Albanien 1978 32.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|2000|03|02|df=y}}<ref>{{cite web |title=Parku Kombëtar i Butrintit – Plani i Menaxhimit të Integruar (2020-2030) |url=https://www.kultura.gov.al/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Final-IMP-ne-shqip-final.pdf |website=kultura.gov.al |access-date=23 September 2019}}</ref>
| {{start date|2000|03|02|df=y}}<ref>{{cite web |title=Parku Kombëtar i Butrintit – Plani i Menaxhimit të Integruar (2020-2030) |url=https://www.kultura.gov.al/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Final-IMP-ne-shqip-final.pdf |website=kultura.gov.al |access-date=23 September 2019}}</ref>
| align="center"|II
| align="center"|II
| {{convert|8622.2|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|8622.2|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=39.720278 |long=20.058333}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=39.720278 |long=20.058333}}
|- bgcolor="#e1f7ff"
|- bgcolor="#e1f7ff"
| align="center"|[[File:Parku Kombëtar Prespa.svg|75px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Parku Kombëtar Prespa.svg|70px]]
| '''[[Prespa National Park (Albania)|Prespa National Park]]'''
| '''[[Prespa National Park (Albania)|Prespa National Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Liqeni Prespes. Ishulli Mali Gradit. Korce. Albania.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Liqeni Prespes. Ishulli Mali Gradit. Korce. Albania.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|1999|02|18|df=y}}<ref>{{cite news |title=Parku Kombëtar i Prespës pajiset me sinjalistikën vertikale |url=https://ata.gov.al/2021/12/05/parku-kombetar-i-prespes-pajiset-me-sinjalistiken-vertikale |agency=Agjencia Telegrafike Shqiptare |publisher=ata.gov.al |date=5 December 2021}}</ref>
| {{start date|1999|02|18|df=y}}<ref>{{cite news |title=Parku Kombëtar i Prespës pajiset me sinjalistikën vertikale |url=https://ata.gov.al/2021/12/05/parku-kombetar-i-prespes-pajiset-me-sinjalistiken-vertikale |agency=Agjencia Telegrafike Shqiptare |publisher=ata.gov.al |date=5 December 2021}}</ref>
| align="center"|II
| align="center"|II
| {{convert|27613.05|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|27613.05|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.883611|long=20.806944}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.883611|long=20.806944}}
|- bgcolor="#e1f7ff"
|- bgcolor="#e1f7ff"
| align="center"|[[File:Parku Kombëtar Divjakë-Karavasta.svg|75px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Parku Kombëtar Divjakë-Karavasta.svg|70px]]
| '''[[Divjakë-Karavasta National Park]]'''
| '''[[Divjakë-Karavasta National Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Karavastra National Park (30911403928).jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Karavastra National Park (30911403928).jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|2007|10|19|df=y}}<ref>{{cite web |title=Parku i Karavastasë: Një destinacion ndryshe |url=https://www.monitor.al/parku-karavastase-nje-destinacion-ndryshe |publisher=monitor.al |access-date=28 January 2017}}</ref>
| {{start date|2007|10|19|df=y}}<ref>{{cite web |title=Parku i Karavastasë: Një destinacion ndryshe |url=https://www.monitor.al/parku-karavastase-nje-destinacion-ndryshe |publisher=monitor.al |access-date=28 January 2017}}</ref>
| align="center"|II
| align="center"|II
| {{convert|22389.08|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|22389.08|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.888611|long=19.403889}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.888611|long=19.403889}}
|-
|-
| align="center"|[[File:Parku Kombëtar Llogara.svg|75px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Parku Kombëtar Llogara.svg|70px]]
| '''[[Llogara National Park]]'''
| '''[[Llogara National Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Llogora Tourist Village.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Llogora Tourist Village.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|1966|11|21|df=y}}<ref>{{cite web |title=Final Report on the Study on Landscape of the National Park Llogara |url=https://www.undp.org/sites/g/files/zskgke326/files/2023-01/LNP%20Landscape%20Study.pdf |publisher=United Nations Development Program |access-date=25 March 2020}}</ref>
| {{start date|1966|11|21|df=y}}<ref>{{cite web |title=Final Report on the Study on Landscape of the National Park Llogara |url=https://www.undp.org/sites/g/files/zskgke326/files/2023-01/LNP%20Landscape%20Study.pdf |publisher=United Nations Development Program |access-date=25 March 2020}}</ref>
| align="center"|II
| align="center"|II
| {{convert|1769.20|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|1769.20|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.196111|long=19.583333}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.196111|long=19.583333}}
|-
|-
| align="center"|[[File:Parku Kombëtar Shebenik.svg|75px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Parku Kombëtar Shebenik.svg|70px]]
| '''[[Shebenik National Park]]'''
| '''[[Shebenik National Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Liqeni i Fushë Studnës.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Liqeni i Fushë Studnës.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|2008|05|21|df=y}}<ref>{{cite web |last1=Brazhda |first1=Fatmir |title=Parku Kombëtar Shebenik-Jabllanicë |url=https://albnatyra.org/parku-shebenik-jabllanice/ |publisher=albNatyra |access-date=21 May 2008}}</ref>
| {{start date|2008|05|21|df=y}}<ref>{{cite web |last1=Brazhda |first1=Fatmir |title=Parku Kombëtar Shebenik-Jabllanicë |url=https://albnatyra.org/parku-shebenik-jabllanice/ |publisher=albNatyra |access-date=21 May 2008}}</ref>
| align="center"|II
| align="center"|II
| {{convert|34507.90|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|34507.90|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=41.1175|long=20.622778}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=41.1175|long=20.622778}}
|-
|-
| align="center"|
| align="center"|
| '''[[Albanian Alps National Park]]'''
| '''[[Alps of Albania National Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:The Albanian Alps (31693684978).jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:The Albanian Alps (31693684978).jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|2022|01|26|df=y}}<ref>{{cite web |title=Vendime të miratuara në mbledhjen e Këshillit të Ministrave |url=https://kryeministria.al/newsroom/vendime-te-miratuara-ne-mbledhjen-e-keshillit-te-ministrave-date-26-janar-2022 |website=kryeministria.al |access-date=26 January 2022}}</ref>
| {{start date|2022|01|26|df=y}}<ref>{{cite web |title=Vendime të miratuara në mbledhjen e Këshillit të Ministrave |url=https://kryeministria.al/newsroom/vendime-te-miratuara-ne-mbledhjen-e-keshillit-te-ministrave-date-26-janar-2022 |website=kryeministria.al |access-date=26 January 2022}}</ref>
| align="center"|II
| align="center"|II
| {{convert|82844.65|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|82844.65|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=42.426389|long=19.839167}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=42.426389|long=19.839167}}
|-
|-
| align="center"|[[File:Parku Kombëtar Mali i Tomorrit.svg|75px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Parku Kombëtar Mali i Tomorrit.svg|70px]]
| '''[[Tomorr Mountain National Park]]'''
| '''[[Tomorr Mountain National Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Tyrbe on Mount Tomorr - Mapillary (594b8tPNXU8Xzg9iPMoobQ).jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Tyrbe on Mount Tomorr - Mapillary (594b8tPNXU8Xzg9iPMoobQ).jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|2012|07|18|df=y}}<ref>{{cite web |title=PVKM për miratimin e ndryshimit në sipërfaqe të ekosistemit natyror "Mali i Tomorrit" i shpallur Park Kombëtar |url=https://konsultimipublik.gov.al/Konsultime/Detaje/368 |website=konsultimipublik.gov.al |publisher=Ministria e Turizmit dhe Mjedisit |access-date=16 July 2021}}</ref>
| {{start date|2012|07|18|df=y}}<ref>{{cite web |title=PVKM për miratimin e ndryshimit në sipërfaqe të ekosistemit natyror "Mali i Tomorrit" i shpallur Park Kombëtar |url=https://konsultimipublik.gov.al/Konsultime/Detaje/368 |website=konsultimipublik.gov.al |publisher=Ministria e Turizmit dhe Mjedisit |access-date=16 July 2021}}</ref>
| align="center"|II
| align="center"|II
| {{convert|27185.5|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|27185.5|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.7|long=20.133056}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.7|long=20.133056}}
|-
|-
| align="center"|
| align="center"|
| '''[[Lurë-Dejë Mountain National Park]]'''
| '''[[Lurë-Dejë Mountain National Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Liqeni i Kallabes, Lura.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Liqeni i Kallabes, Lura.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|1966|11|21|df=y}}<ref>{{cite journal |last1=Parmentier |first1=Laurian |title=Integrative analysis reveals cryptic speciation linked to habitat differentiation within Albanian populations of the anomalous blues (Lepidoptera, Lycaenidae, Polyommatus Latreille, 1804) |journal=Comparative Cytogenetics |date=15 November 2022 |url=https://compcytogen.pensoft.net/article/90558}}</ref>
| {{start date|1966|11|21|df=y}}<ref>{{cite journal |last1=Parmentier |first1=Laurian |title=Integrative analysis reveals cryptic speciation linked to habitat differentiation within Albanian populations of the anomalous blues (Lepidoptera, Lycaenidae, Polyommatus Latreille, 1804) |journal=Comparative Cytogenetics |date=15 November 2022 |url=https://compcytogen.pensoft.net/article/90558}}</ref>
| align="center"|II
| align="center"|II
| {{convert|19288.88|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|19288.88|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=41.8|long=20.216667}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=41.8|long=20.216667}}
|-
|-
| align="center"|[[File:Parku Kombëtar Mali i Dajtit.svg|75px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Parku Kombëtar Mali i Dajtit.svg|70px]]
| '''[[Dajti Mountain National Park]]'''
| '''[[Dajti Mountain National Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Mali i Dajtit.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Mali i Dajtit.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|2006|06|21|df=y}}<ref>{{cite web |title=Decision no.715 dated 23.06.2009 amending Decision No.402 dated 21.6.2006 proclaiming National Park the Dajti Mountain natural ecosystem |url=https://www.fao.org/faolex/results/details/en/c/LEX-FAOC113102 |publisher=FAOLEX |access-date=23 June 2009}}</ref>
| {{start date|2006|06|21|df=y}}<ref>{{cite web |title=Decision no.715 dated 23.06.2009 amending Decision No.402 dated 21.6.2006 proclaiming National Park the Dajti Mountain natural ecosystem |url=https://www.fao.org/faolex/results/details/en/c/LEX-FAOC113102 |publisher=FAOLEX |access-date=23 June 2009}}</ref>
| align="center"|II
| align="center"|II
| {{convert|28561.85|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|28561.85|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=41.428889|long=19.981389}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=41.428889|long=19.981389}}
|-
|-
| align="center"|
| align="center"|[[File:Parku Kombëtar Bredhi i Hotovës-Dangëlli.svg|70px]]
| '''[[Fir of Hotovë-Dangëlli National Park]]'''
| '''[[Fir of Hotovë-Dangëlli National Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Bredhi_i_Hotovës.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Bredhi_i_Hotovës.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|2008|12|17|df=y}}<ref>{{cite web |title=Regulation No. 1631 proclaiming the natural ecosystem of Bredhi I Hotoves-Dangelli as national park |url=https://leap.unep.org/countries/al/national-legislation/regulation-no-1631-proclaiming-natural-ecosystem-bredhi-i-hotoves |publisher=UNEP |access-date=17 December 2008}}</ref>
| {{start date|2008|12|17|df=y}}<ref>{{cite web |title=Regulation No. 1631 proclaiming the natural ecosystem of Bredhi I Hotoves-Dangelli as national park |url=https://leap.unep.org/countries/al/national-legislation/regulation-no-1631-proclaiming-natural-ecosystem-bredhi-i-hotoves |publisher=UNEP |access-date=17 December 2008}}</ref>
| align="center"|II
| align="center"|II
| {{convert|36003.76|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|36003.76|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.240278|long=20.4275}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.240278|long=20.4275}}
|-
|-
| align="center"|[[File:Parku Kombëtar i Lumit të Egër Vjosa.svg|65px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Parku Kombëtar i Lumit të Egër Vjosa.svg|60px]]
| '''[[Vjosa Wild River National Park]]'''
| '''[[Vjosa Wild River National Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Përmet District, Albania - panoramio (3).jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Përmet District, Albania - panoramio (3).jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|2023|03|15|df=y}}<ref>{{cite news |last1=Katanich |first1=Doloresz |title='Conserved forever': Albania's Vjosa officially declared Europe's first wild river national park |url=https://www.euronews.com/green/2023/03/15/could-hydropower-dams-destroy-europe-s-last-wild-river |agency=Euronews |date=15 March 2023}}</ref>
| {{start date|2023|03|15|df=y}}<ref>{{cite news |last1=Katanich |first1=Doloresz |title='Conserved forever': Albania's Vjosa officially declared Europe's first wild river national park |url=https://www.euronews.com/green/2023/03/15/could-hydropower-dams-destroy-europe-s-last-wild-river |agency=Euronews |date=15 March 2023}}</ref>
| align="center"|II
| align="center"|II
| {{convert|12727|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|12727|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.2775|long=20.038611}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.2775|long=20.038611}}
|- bgcolor="#e1f7ff"
|- bgcolor="#e1f7ff"
| align="center"|[[File:Parku Detar Karaburun-Sazan.svg|75px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Parku Detar Karaburun-Sazan.svg|70px]]
| '''[[Karaburun-Sazan Marine Park]]'''
| '''[[Karaburun-Sazan Marine Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Jonufer vlora albania 2016.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Jonufer vlora albania 2016.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|2010|04|28|df=y}}<ref>{{cite web |title=10 years Karaburun-Sazan National Marine Park |url=https://albania-undp.medium.com/10-years-karaburun-sazan-national-marine-park-a-story-of-sustainable-tourism-development-and-6f19996e3f42 |publisher=UNDP |access-date=28 April 2020}}</ref>
| {{start date|2010|04|28|df=y}}<ref>{{cite web |title=10 years Karaburun-Sazan National Marine Park |url=https://albania-undp.medium.com/10-years-karaburun-sazan-national-marine-park-a-story-of-sustainable-tourism-development-and-6f19996e3f42 |publisher=UNDP |access-date=28 April 2020}}</ref>
| align="center"|II
| align="center"|II
| {{convert|12437.7|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|12437.7|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.175833|long=19.456389}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.175833|long=19.456389}}
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== Nature monuments ==
== Natural monuments ==
'''(Cat. III)''' Monuments of nature generally consist of nature objects and biotopes with a limited surface area (up to 50 ha), of special scientific, ecological, cultural, didactic, historical, aesthetic, religious values, etc. They are objects of the living world (trees and groups of trees, biotopes of rare and endemic species) and objects of the non-living world (relief forms created by the wind, old ice sheets, karst, erosive marine activity of flows and waves), unique geological outcrops, karst springs and lakes, glacial lakes, mining and thermo-mining sources, wetlands, etc.)
'''(Cat. III)''' Natural monuments typically consist of natural entities and habitats that cover a limited area of land, usually no more than 50 hectares. These areas are recognized for their significant scientific, ecological, cultural, historical, aesthetic, and religious values. They may include both living organisms, such as rare or endemic species of trees and plants, as well as non-living environmental features like unique geological formations created by wind, ice, or water erosion, such as: karst springs and lakes, glacial lakes, wetlands, and sources of mining or thermal activity. A total of 718 nature monuments have been designated (government decision no. 303, dated 10.05.2019).<ref>{{cite web |title=40-vjetori i Monumenteve të Natyrës |url=https://inca-al.org/sq/postimet/lajmet-e-fundit/40-vjetori-i-monumenteve-te-natyres |website=inca-al.org |publisher=Institute for Nature Conservation in Albania |access-date=4 May 2021}}</ref>
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A total of 697 nature monuments have been declared (government decision no. 676, dated 20.12.2002).
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{| class="wikitable sortable"
|-
|-
! '''Name'''
! Name
! '''Image'''
! class="unsortable"|Image
! '''Designated'''
! Designated
! '''[[IUCN protected area categories|IUCN cat.]]'''
! [[IUCN protected area categories|IUCN cat.]]
! '''Area'''
! Area
! class="unsortable"|Map
! '''Location'''
|-
|-
| '''[[Tulipa albanica|Tulipa Albanica Habitat]]'''
| '''[[Tulipa albanica|Tulipa Albanica Habitat]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Lëndina e tulipanëve.JPG|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Lëndina e tulipanëve.JPG|100px]]
| {{start date|2023|03|13|df=y}}
| {{start date|2023|03|13|df=y}}
| align="center"|III
| align="center"|III
| {{convert|35.5|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|35.5|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=41.9912 |long=20.3458}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=41.9912 |long=20.3458}}
|-
|-
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== Managed nature reserves ==
== Managed nature reserves ==
'''(Cat. IV)''' Managed nature reserves are protected areas of land or water that are of local and regional importance. These areas are maintained through proper management to preserve the species, habitats, and other unique natural phenomena, with the aim of enhancing their quality and utilizing them for recreational and entertainment purposes, as well as for studies, educational, and cultural activities. A total of 23 managed nature reserves, encompassing a surface area of {{convert|216024.68|hectare|km2|sigfig=4}}, occupy 7.5% of the territory.<ref>{{cite web |title=Rrjeti i Zonave të Mbrojtura në Shqipëri |url=https://www.cbd.int/doc/lifeweb/albania/Network%20of%20Protected%20Areas%20in%20Albania.pdf |website=cbd.int |access-date=1 January 2014}}</ref>
'''(Cat. IV)''' Managed nature reserves are protected areas of land or water that are of local and regional importance. These areas are maintained through proper management to preserve the species, habitats, and other unique natural phenomena, with the aim of enhancing their quality and utilizing them for recreational and entertainment purposes, as well as for studies, educational, and cultural activities. A total of 23 managed nature reserves, encompassing a surface area of {{convert|216024.68|hectare|km2|sigfig=4}}, occupy 7.5% of the territory.<ref>{{cite web |title=Rrjeti i Zonave të Mbrojtura në Shqipëri |url=https://www.cbd.int/doc/lifeweb/albania/Network%20of%20Protected%20Areas%20in%20Albania.pdf |website=cbd.int |access-date=1 January 2014}}</ref>
{| class="wikitable sortable"
{| class="wikitable sortable"; width="75%"
|-
|-
! '''Name'''
! Name
! '''Image'''
! class="unsortable"|Image
! '''Designated'''
! Designated
! '''[[IUCN protected area categories|IUCN cat.]]'''
! [[IUCN protected area categories|IUCN cat.]]
! '''Area'''
! Area
! class="unsortable"|Map
! '''Location'''
|-
|-
| '''[[Fir of Kardhiq Nature Park]]'''
| '''[[Fir of Kardhiq Nature Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Kardhiqit River, Albania, September 2022 01.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Kardhiqit River, Albania, September 2022 01.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|1996|01|15|df=y}}
| {{start date|1996|01|15|df=y}}
| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|4303.6|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|4303.6|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.103056|long=20.04}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.103056|long=20.04}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Fir of Sotirë Nature Park]]'''
| '''[[Fir of Sotirë Nature Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Pejsazh nga Ujëvara e Sotirës.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Pejsazh nga Ujëvara e Sotirës.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|1996|01|15|df=y}}
| {{start date|1996|01|15|df=y}}
| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|4927.67|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|4927.67|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=39.816306|long=20.354051}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=39.816306|long=20.354051}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Fir of Zhulat Nature Park]]'''
| '''[[Fir of Zhulat Nature Park]]'''
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| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|936.2|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|936.2|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.120165|long=19.988391}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.120165|long=19.988391}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Cangonj Nature Park]]'''
| '''[[Cangonj Nature Park]]'''
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| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|250.3|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|250.3|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.689444|long=20.906389}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.689444|long=20.906389}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Dardhë-Xhyrë Nature Park]]'''
| '''[[Dardhë-Xhyrë Nature Park]]'''
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| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|400.3|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|400.3|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=41.094444|long=20.365833}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=41.094444|long=20.365833}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Gërmenj Nature Park]]'''
| '''[[Gërmenj Nature Park]]'''
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| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|1410|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|1410|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.2275|long=20.661944}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.2275|long=20.661944}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Karaburun Peninsula, Albania|Karaburun Nature Reserve]]'''
| '''[[Karaburun Peninsula, Albania|Karaburun Nature Reserve]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Bunkerë bregdetar Karaburun 2.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Bunkerë bregdetar Karaburun 2.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|1977|07|27|df=y}}
| {{start date|1977|07|27|df=y}}
| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|17490.7|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|17490.7|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.421944|long=19.231111}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.421944|long=19.231111}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Korab-Koritnik Nature Park]]'''
| '''[[Korab-Koritnik Nature Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Mali Korabit.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Mali Korabit.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|2011|12|21|df=y}}
| {{start date|2011|12|21|df=y}}
| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|53850|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|53850|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=41.749444|long=20.524722}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=41.749444|long=20.524722}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Kunë-Vain-Talë-Patok-Fushëkuqe-Ishëm Nature Park]]'''
| '''[[Kunë-Vain-Talë-Patok-Fushëkuqe-Ishëm Nature Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Kunë-Vaine-Tale Nature Park 2019 02.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Kunë-Vaine-Tale Nature Park 2019 02.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|2010|04|28|df=y}}
| {{start date|2010|04|28|df=y}}
| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|8092.3|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|8092.3|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=41.614722|long=19.603333}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=41.614722|long=19.603333}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Gjergjevica Lagoon Nature Reserve]]'''
| '''[[Gjergjevica Lagoon Nature Reserve]]'''
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| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|2966.3|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|2966.3|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.501667|long=20.72}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.501667|long=20.72}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Shala Lagoon Nature Park]]'''
| '''[[Shala Lagoon Nature Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Porta e Shalës (Lotaj)..jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Porta e Shalës (Lotaj)..jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|2022|01|26|df=y}}
| {{start date|2022|01|26|df=y}}
| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|10619.35|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|10619.35|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=42.310278|long=19.745833}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=42.310278|long=19.745833}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Munellë Nature Park]]'''
| '''[[Munellë Nature Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:E851 WikipediaWeekendTirana2015 MunellaMirditaMountains 728.JPG|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:E851 WikipediaWeekendTirana2015 MunellaMirditaMountains 728.JPG|100px]]
| {{start date|2022|01|26|df=y}}
| {{start date|2022|01|26|df=y}}
| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|20760.05|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|20760.05|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=41.966667|long=20.1}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=41.966667|long=20.1}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Mali me Gropa-Bizë-Martanesh Nature Park]]'''
| '''[[Mali me Gropa-Bizë-Martanesh Nature Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Vajkal, Bulqize.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Vajkal, Bulqize.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|2007|01|31|df=y}}
| {{start date|2007|01|31|df=y}}
| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|26043.34|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|26043.34|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=41.418889|long=20.190278}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=41.418889|long=20.190278}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Lake Ulza Nature Park]]'''
| '''[[Lake Ulza Nature Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Lake Ulza, Albania.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Lake Ulza, Albania.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|2013|04|03|df=y}}
| {{start date|2013|04|03|df=y}}
| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|4205.15|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|4205.15|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=41.648056|long=19.923611}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=41.648056|long=19.923611}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Polis Nature Park]]'''
| '''[[Polis Nature Park]]'''
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| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|45.1|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|45.1|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=41.155278|long=20.222222}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=41.155278|long=20.222222}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Porto Palermo Nature Park]]'''
| '''[[Porto Palermo Nature Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Porto Palermo, Albanian Riviera 2016.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Porto Palermo, Albanian Riviera 2016.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|2022|07|29|df=y}}
| {{start date|2022|07|29|df=y}}
| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|1694.98|ha|km2}}<ref>{{cite web |publisher=[[United Nations Environment Programme]] (UNEP) |title=UNEP/MAP welcomes the announcement of a protected area in Porto-Palermo Bay in Albania |url=https://www.unep.org/unepmap/news/press-release/unepmap-welcomes-announcement-protected-area-porto-palermo-bay-albania |access-date=5 September 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230905132000/https://www.unep.org/unepmap/news/press-release/unepmap-welcomes-announcement-protected-area-porto-palermo-bay-albania |archive-date=5 September 2023 |date=2 September 2022 |url-status=live}}</ref>
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| {{convert|1694.98|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.062222|long=19.793333}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.062222|long=19.793333}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Shtamë Pass Nature Park]]'''
| '''[[Shtamë Pass Nature Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Qafë Shtamë National Park 2017 01.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Qafë Shtamë National Park 2017 01.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|1996|01|15|df=y}}
| {{start date|1996|01|15|df=y}}
| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|6864.36|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|6864.36|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=41.485278|long=19.97}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=41.485278|long=19.97}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Lake Shkodër Nature Reserve]]'''
| '''[[Lake Shkodër Nature Reserve]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Liqeni Shkoder 01.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Liqeni Shkoder 01.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|2005|11|02|df=y}}
| {{start date|2005|11|02|df=y}}
| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|24049.75|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|24049.75|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=42.061667|long=19.460556}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=42.061667|long=19.460556}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Stravaj and Sopot Nature Park]]'''
| '''[[Stravaj and Sopot Nature Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Stravaj.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Stravaj.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|1996|01|15|df=y}}
| {{start date|1996|01|15|df=y}}
| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|1548.9|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|1548.9|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=41.016667|long=20.383056}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=41.016667|long=20.383056}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Blue Eye, Albania|Blue Eye Nature Park]]'''
| '''[[Blue Eye, Albania|Blue Eye Nature Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Syri Kalter 1.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Syri Kalter 1.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|1996|01|15|df=y}}
| {{start date|1996|01|15|df=y}}
| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|293.3|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|293.3|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=39.923333|long=20.191667}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=39.923333|long=20.191667}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Zagori Nature Park]]'''
| '''[[Zagori Nature Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Albanian landscape (25743349628).jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Albanian landscape (25743349628).jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|2022|01|26|df=y}}
| {{start date|2022|01|26|df=y}}
| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|24607.63|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|24607.63|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.160556|long=20.179444}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.160556|long=20.179444}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Balloll Nature Park]]'''
| '''[[Balloll Nature Park]]'''
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| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|323.3|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|323.3|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.561531|long=19.988391}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.561531|long=19.988391}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Bogovë Nature Park]]'''
| '''[[Bogovë Nature Park]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Bogova Waterfall - Mapillary (urmOoawelw6W67SolMO-zQ).jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Bogova Waterfall - Mapillary (urmOoawelw6W67SolMO-zQ).jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|1977|07|27|df=y}}
| {{start date|1977|07|27|df=y}}
| align="center"|IV
| align="center"|IV
| {{convert|342.1|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|342.1|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.559444|long=20.128056}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.559444|long=20.128056}}
|-
|-
|}
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'''(Cat. V)''' Protected landscapes and seascapes are primarily managed for the preservation of landscape values and to provide recreational opportunities for relaxation and entertainment. This category includes areas with residential centers that allow activities like agriculture, horticulture, forestry, fishing, etc., both on land and in sea. The goal is to preserve the quality of landscapes and the harmonious interaction of human activity in them, and maintain the biological diversity they host. A total of 11 protected landscapes, encompassing a surface area of {{convert|84746.69|hectare|km2|sigfig=4}}, occupy 2.94% of the territory.
'''(Cat. V)''' Protected landscapes and seascapes are primarily managed for the preservation of landscape values and to provide recreational opportunities for relaxation and entertainment. This category includes areas with residential centers that allow activities like agriculture, horticulture, forestry, fishing, etc., both on land and in sea. The goal is to preserve the quality of landscapes and the harmonious interaction of human activity in them, and maintain the biological diversity they host. A total of 11 protected landscapes, encompassing a surface area of {{convert|84746.69|hectare|km2|sigfig=4}}, occupy 2.94% of the territory.
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! '''Name'''
! Name
! '''Image'''
! class="unsortable"|Image
! '''Designated'''
! Designated
! '''[[IUCN protected area categories|IUCN cat.]]'''
! [[IUCN protected area categories|IUCN cat.]]
! '''Area'''
! Area
! class="unsortable"|Map
! '''Location'''
|-
|-
| '''[[Bjeshka e Oroshit Protected Landscape]]'''
| '''[[Bjeshka e Oroshit Protected Landscape]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Grykë-Orosh, Mirditë, Albania 2018-04 02.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Grykë-Orosh, Mirditë, Albania 2018-04 02.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|1996|01|15|df=y}}
| {{start date|1996|01|15|df=y}}
| align="center"|V
| align="center"|V
| {{convert|4646.7|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|4646.7|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=41.866944|long=20.166667}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=41.866944|long=20.166667}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Fir of Drenovë-Sinicë Protected Landscape]]'''
| '''[[Fir of Drenovë-Sinicë Protected Landscape]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Korçë District, Albania - panoramio (1).jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Korçë District, Albania - panoramio (1).jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|1966|11|21|df=y}}
| {{start date|1966|11|21|df=y}}
| align="center"|V
| align="center"|V
| {{convert|2065.8|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|2065.8|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.5825|long=20.799444}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.5825|long=20.799444}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Guri i Nikës-Lenie-Valamarë Protected Landscape]]'''
| '''[[Guri i Nikës-Lenie-Valamarë Protected Landscape]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Perballe Gurit te Nikes 06.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Perballe Gurit te Nikes 06.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|1996|01|15|df=y}}
| {{start date|1996|01|15|df=y}}
| align="center"|V
| align="center"|V
| {{convert|5172.7|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|5172.7|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.783333|long=20.466667}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.783333|long=20.466667}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Qafë Bush-Kuturman Protected Landscape]]'''
| '''[[Qafë Bush-Kuturman Protected Landscape]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Lagja Gjura.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Lagja Gjura.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|1977|07|27|df=y}}
| {{start date|1977|07|27|df=y}}
| align="center"|V
| align="center"|V
| {{convert|4159.7|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|4159.7|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=41.203056|long=20.24}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=41.203056|long=20.24}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Rrushkull, Durrës|Rrushkull Protected Landscape]]'''
| '''[[Rrushkull, Durrës|Rrushkull Protected Landscape]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Kisha e Skenderbeut ne Kep te Rodonit.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Kisha e Skenderbeut ne Kep te Rodonit.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|1995|12|16|df=y}}
| {{start date|1995|12|16|df=y}}
| align="center"|V
| align="center"|V
| {{convert|579.5|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|579.5|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=41.424722|long=19.552222}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=41.424722|long=19.552222}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Bisht Kamëz Protected Landscape]]'''
| '''[[Bisht Kamëz Protected Landscape]]'''
| align="center"|
| align="center"|
| {{start date|2020|12|28|df=y}}
|
| align="center"|V
| align="center"|V
| {{convert|491.5|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|491.5|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=41.394444|long=19.452778}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=41.394444|long=19.452778}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Nikolicë Protected Landscape]]'''
| '''[[Nikolicë Protected Landscape]]'''
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| align="center"|V
| {{convert|510|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|510|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.475|long=20.806389}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.475|long=20.806389}}
|-
|-
| '''[[Krastë-Verjon Protected Landscape]]'''
| '''[[Krastë-Verjon Protected Landscape]]'''
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| align="center"|V
| align="center"|V
| {{convert|1469.24|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|1469.24|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=41.451389|long=19.812778}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=41.451389|long=19.812778}}
|-bgcolor="#e5f7e9"
|-bgcolor="#e5f7e9"
| '''[[Lake Ohrid|Lake Pogradec Protected Landscape]]'''
| '''[[Lake Ohrid|Lake Ohri Protected Landscape]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Lin and lake.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Lin and lake.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|1999|02|18|df=y}}
| {{start date|1999|02|18|df=y}}
| align="center"|V
| align="center"|V
| {{convert|28000|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|28000|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.902778|long=20.653611}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.902778|long=20.653611}}
|-bgcolor="#e5f7e9"
|-bgcolor="#e5f7e9"
| '''[[Pishë Poro-Nartë Protected Landscape]]'''
| '''[[Pishë Poro-Nartë Protected Landscape]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Zvërnec, Albania – Narta Lagoon 02.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Zvërnec, Albania – Narta Lagoon 02.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|2004|10|22|df=y}}
| {{start date|2004|10|22|df=y}}
| align="center"|V
| align="center"|V
| {{convert|15972.7|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|15972.7|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=40.598889|long=19.450556}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=40.598889|long=19.450556}}
|-bgcolor="#e5f7e9"
|-bgcolor="#e5f7e9"
| '''[[Buna River-Velipojë Protected Landscape]]'''
| '''[[Buna River-Velipojë Protected Landscape]]'''
| align="center"|[[File:Lumi i Bunes, burimi nga Liqeni i Shkodres 01.jpg|125px]]
| align="center"|[[File:Lumi i Bunes, burimi nga Liqeni i Shkodres 01.jpg|100px]]
| {{start date|2005|11|02|df=y}}
| {{start date|2005|11|02|df=y}}
| align="center"|V
| align="center"|V
| {{convert|21678.85|ha|km2}}
| {{convert|21678.85|ha|km2}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=70|caption=|lat=41.9|long=19.4}}
| {{location map|Albania|relief=1|float=center|width=50|mark=Green pog.svg|caption=|lat=41.9|long=19.4}}
|-
|-
|}
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== Biosphere reserves ==
== See also ==
⚫
* [[Ohrid-Prespa Transboundary Biosphere Reserve]]
⚫
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! '''Name'''
! '''Image'''
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⚫
| '''[[Ohrid-Prespa Transboundary Biosphere Reserve]]'''
| [[File:Галичица, поглед на две езера, 2011.jpg|125px]]
⚫
| {{start date|2014|06|11|df=y}}
⚫
| {{convert|446,244.52|ha|km2}}
⚫
| {{location map |Albania |relief=1 |float=center |width=70 |caption= | lat=40.936364 |long=20.847450}}
⚫
|}


== References ==
== References ==

Latest revision as of 06:23, 4 June 2024

Network of protected areas in Albania (2020)[1]

Despite being a relatively small country, Albania is exceedingly rich in biodiversity. Its ecosystems and habitats support over 5,550 species of vascular and non-vascular plants and more than 15,600 species of coniferous and non-coniferous evergreens, most of which are threatened at global and European levels. The country has made recent efforts to expand its network of protected areas which now include: 11 national parks, 1 marine park, 718 nature monuments, 23 managed nature reserves, 11 protected landscapes, 4 World Heritage Sites,[2] 4 Ramsar sites[3] and other protected areas of various categories, that when combined, account for 21.36% of the territory.[4] Furthermore, a biosphere reserve, 45 important plant areas and 16 important bird areas are found in the country.[5][6]

Meanwhile, the central government has proclaimed the Coastline and the Tirana Greenbelt as areas of national importance.[7]

At present, protected areas are constantly under threat by illegal logging, forest fires and the construction of hydroelectric power plants which have prompted ongoing protests from environmentalists and civil society.[8]

The national policy for governing and the management of protected areas is implemented by the Ministry of Environment and Tourism through the National Agency of Protected Areas (AKZM).[9]

Strict nature reserves

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(Cat. Ia) Strict nature reserves are limited areas of ecological significance, preserved and protected for scientific purposes, to safeguard the living world and all its cultural and natural values. Two such areas in the country have this designation: Gashi Valley and Rrajcë Strict Nature Reserve.

  World Heritage Site
Name Image Designated IUCN cat. Area Map
Gashi Valley 15 January 1996 (1996-01-15) Ia 3,000 hectares (30 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Rrajcë Strict Nature Reserve 7 July 2017 (2017-07-07) Ia 4,700 hectares (47 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania

National parks

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(Cat. II) National parks are vast areas of land or water, typically not less than 1000 hectares in size, that possess exceptional scientific, ecological, and educational values and are kept away from strenuous human activities. These parks are protected and monitored to maintain the ecological balance of their ecosystems, to promote scientific research, and to provide visitors with spiritual and educational experiences, in compliance with environmental and cultural regulations. A total of 12 national parks, encompassing a surface area of 313,950.77 hectares (3,140 km2), occupy 10.92% of the country's territory.[10][11]

  World Heritage Site
  Ramsar wetland or a marine protected area
Logo Name Image Designated IUCN cat. Area[12] Map
Butrint National Park 2 March 2000 (2000-03-02)[13] II 8,622.2 hectares (86.222 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Prespa National Park 18 February 1999 (1999-02-18)[14] II 27,613.05 hectares (276.1305 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Divjakë-Karavasta National Park 19 October 2007 (2007-10-19)[15] II 22,389.08 hectares (223.8908 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Llogara National Park 21 November 1966 (1966-11-21)[16] II 1,769.20 hectares (17.6920 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Shebenik National Park 21 May 2008 (2008-05-21)[17] II 34,507.90 hectares (345.0790 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Alps of Albania National Park 26 January 2022 (2022-01-26)[18] II 82,844.65 hectares (828.4465 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Tomorr Mountain National Park 18 July 2012 (2012-07-18)[19] II 27,185.5 hectares (271.855 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Lurë-Dejë Mountain National Park 21 November 1966 (1966-11-21)[20] II 19,288.88 hectares (192.8888 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Dajti Mountain National Park 21 June 2006 (2006-06-21)[21] II 28,561.85 hectares (285.6185 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Fir of Hotovë-Dangëlli National Park 17 December 2008 (2008-12-17)[22] II 36,003.76 hectares (360.0376 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Vjosa Wild River National Park 15 March 2023 (2023-03-15)[23] II 12,727 hectares (127.27 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Karaburun-Sazan Marine Park 28 April 2010 (2010-04-28)[24] II 12,437.7 hectares (124.377 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania

Natural monuments

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(Cat. III) Natural monuments typically consist of natural entities and habitats that cover a limited area of land, usually no more than 50 hectares. These areas are recognized for their significant scientific, ecological, cultural, historical, aesthetic, and religious values. They may include both living organisms, such as rare or endemic species of trees and plants, as well as non-living environmental features like unique geological formations created by wind, ice, or water erosion, such as: karst springs and lakes, glacial lakes, wetlands, and sources of mining or thermal activity. A total of 718 nature monuments have been designated (government decision no. 303, dated 10.05.2019).[25]

Name Image Designated IUCN cat. Area Map
Tulipa Albanica Habitat 13 March 2023 (2023-03-13) III 35.5 hectares (0.355 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania

Managed nature reserves

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(Cat. IV) Managed nature reserves are protected areas of land or water that are of local and regional importance. These areas are maintained through proper management to preserve the species, habitats, and other unique natural phenomena, with the aim of enhancing their quality and utilizing them for recreational and entertainment purposes, as well as for studies, educational, and cultural activities. A total of 23 managed nature reserves, encompassing a surface area of 216,024.68 hectares (2,160 km2), occupy 7.5% of the territory.[26]

Name Image Designated IUCN cat. Area Map
Fir of Kardhiq Nature Park 15 January 1996 (1996-01-15) IV 4,303.6 hectares (43.036 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Fir of Sotirë Nature Park 15 January 1996 (1996-01-15) IV 4,927.67 hectares (49.2767 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Fir of Zhulat Nature Park 26 January 2022 (2022-01-26) IV 936.2 hectares (9.362 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Cangonj Nature Park 27 July 1977 (1977-07-27) IV 250.3 hectares (2.503 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Dardhë-Xhyrë Nature Park 15 January 1996 (1996-01-15) IV 400.3 hectares (4.003 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Gërmenj Nature Park 15 January 1996 (1996-01-15) IV 1,410 hectares (14.1 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Karaburun Nature Reserve 27 July 1977 (1977-07-27) IV 17,490.7 hectares (174.907 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Korab-Koritnik Nature Park 21 December 2011 (2011-12-21) IV 53,850 hectares (538.5 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Kunë-Vain-Talë-Patok-Fushëkuqe-Ishëm Nature Park 28 April 2010 (2010-04-28) IV 8,092.3 hectares (80.923 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Gjergjevica Lagoon Nature Reserve 26 January 2022 (2022-01-26) IV 2,966.3 hectares (29.663 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Shala Lagoon Nature Park 26 January 2022 (2022-01-26) IV 10,619.35 hectares (106.1935 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Munellë Nature Park 26 January 2022 (2022-01-26) IV 20,760.05 hectares (207.6005 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Mali me Gropa-Bizë-Martanesh Nature Park 31 January 2007 (2007-01-31) IV 26,043.34 hectares (260.4334 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Lake Ulza Nature Park 3 April 2013 (2013-04-03) IV 4,205.15 hectares (42.0515 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Polis Nature Park 15 January 1996 (1996-01-15) IV 45.1 hectares (0.451 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Porto Palermo Nature Park 29 July 2022 (2022-07-29) IV 1,694.98 hectares (16.9498 km2)[27]
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Shtamë Pass Nature Park 15 January 1996 (1996-01-15) IV 6,864.36 hectares (68.6436 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Lake Shkodër Nature Reserve 2 November 2005 (2005-11-02) IV 24,049.75 hectares (240.4975 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Stravaj and Sopot Nature Park 15 January 1996 (1996-01-15) IV 1,548.9 hectares (15.489 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Blue Eye Nature Park 15 January 1996 (1996-01-15) IV 293.3 hectares (2.933 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Zagori Nature Park 26 January 2022 (2022-01-26) IV 24,607.63 hectares (246.0763 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Balloll Nature Park 27 July 1977 (1977-07-27) IV 323.3 hectares (3.233 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Bogovë Nature Park 27 July 1977 (1977-07-27) IV 342.1 hectares (3.421 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania

Protected landscapes

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(Cat. V) Protected landscapes and seascapes are primarily managed for the preservation of landscape values and to provide recreational opportunities for relaxation and entertainment. This category includes areas with residential centers that allow activities like agriculture, horticulture, forestry, fishing, etc., both on land and in sea. The goal is to preserve the quality of landscapes and the harmonious interaction of human activity in them, and maintain the biological diversity they host. A total of 11 protected landscapes, encompassing a surface area of 84,746.69 hectares (847.5 km2), occupy 2.94% of the territory.

  Part of the Emerald network
Name Image Designated IUCN cat. Area Map
Bjeshka e Oroshit Protected Landscape 15 January 1996 (1996-01-15) V 4,646.7 hectares (46.467 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Fir of Drenovë-Sinicë Protected Landscape 21 November 1966 (1966-11-21) V 2,065.8 hectares (20.658 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Guri i Nikës-Lenie-Valamarë Protected Landscape 15 January 1996 (1996-01-15) V 5,172.7 hectares (51.727 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Qafë Bush-Kuturman Protected Landscape 27 July 1977 (1977-07-27) V 4,159.7 hectares (41.597 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Rrushkull Protected Landscape 16 December 1995 (1995-12-16) V 579.5 hectares (5.795 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Bisht Kamëz Protected Landscape 28 December 2020 (2020-12-28) V 491.5 hectares (4.915 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Nikolicë Protected Landscape 15 January 1996 (1996-01-15) V 510 hectares (5.1 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Krastë-Verjon Protected Landscape 26 July 2018 (2018-07-26) V 1,469.24 hectares (14.6924 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Lake Ohri Protected Landscape 18 February 1999 (1999-02-18) V 28,000 hectares (280 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Pishë Poro-Nartë Protected Landscape 22 October 2004 (2004-10-22) V 15,972.7 hectares (159.727 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania
Buna River-Velipojë Protected Landscape 2 November 2005 (2005-11-02) V 21,678.85 hectares (216.7885 km2)
Protected areas of Albania is located in Albania
Protected areas of Albania

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Map" (PDF). gazetasi.al. Retrieved 2021-04-13.
  2. ^ UNESCO. "Albania". whc.unesco.org.
  3. ^ Ramsar Convention. "ALBANIA" (PDF). ramsar.org.
  4. ^ "WDPA - Designation Display". Archived from the original on 2011-01-12. Retrieved 2010-11-28.
  5. ^ "Important Plant Areas of the south and east Mediterranean region" (PDF). portals.iucn.org. p. 76.
  6. ^ BirdLife International. "Albania". datazone.birdlife.org.
  7. ^ "Baza Ligjore | APR Tirana". Retrieved 2021-02-20.
  8. ^ "FLETORJA ZYRTARE" (PHP). planifikimi.gov.al. 23 May 2017. Retrieved 2021-04-13.
  9. ^ "Zonat e Mbrojtura në Shqipëri". akzm.gov.al. Retrieved 10 April 2023.
  10. ^ "Për miratimin e ndryshimit të statusit dhe të sipërfaqes së ekosistemeve natyrore park kombëtar (kategoria ii) të zonave të mbrojtura mjedisore". Qendra e Botimeve Zyrtare. 26 January 2022.
  11. ^ "Initial assessment of protected areas in Albania" (PDF). iucn.org. pp. 1–12.
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