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A mapped catalogue of seismic events identified by distance from park coordinates

Historical Earthquake Records and Seismic Activity Associated with Matsalu National Park

This collection presents a historical catalogue of recorded seismic activity associated with the geography of Matsalu National Park. Each entry tracks event dates, magnitudes, and focal depths to provide a clearer understanding of local and regional seismic trends. Records are indexed by their proximity to the park boundaries, offering a factual reference for those exploring the geological and historical context of the wetland landscape.

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Estonia's premier wetland bird sanctuary on the East Atlantic Flyway

Matsalu National Park

Matsalu National Park is a protected wetland area in western Estonia spanning approximately 486 square kilometers across Lääne and Pärnu counties. The park encompasses Matsalu Bay, a shallow brackish coastal lagoon, the extensive delta of the Kasari River, and more than 50 islands in the surrounding Väinameri sea area. Established as a nature reserve in 1957 and redesignated as a national park in 2004, Matsalu protects one of Europe's most significant wetland ecosystems and serves as a critical staging ground for migratory birds along the East Atlantic Flyway. The bay itself stretches 18 kilometers in length and 6 kilometers in width but averages only 1.5 meters in depth, creating ideal conditions for the rich nutrient deposits and extensive reedbeds that characterize the region. The shoreline extends roughly 165 kilometers, comprising shingle beaches, mudflats, and dense reed vegetation in the sheltered inner areas. The Kasari River delta, though partially modified by historical dredging between 1930 and 1960, remains one of the largest managed wet meadows in Europe, spanning approximately 40 square kilometers. Matsalu holds exceptional international recognition as a Ramsar Wetland site since 1976 and is the only area in Estonia to have received the European Diploma of Protected Areas from the Council of Europe in 2003, a distinction renewed in 2008. The park serves not only as a biodiversity refuge but also as a center for scientific research, environmental education, and the annual Matsalu International Nature Film Festival held in nearby Lihula.

Location: Estonia
Park type: National park
Established: 1957
Area: 486.1 km²

Matsalu National Park Protected Area Atlas

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Examine the earthquake record associated with Matsalu National Park

Matsalu National Park’s earthquake records are associated through reported epicentres and calculated distance from its Ramsar wetland, reedbeds, and coastal bird-migration landscape. Timing, magnitude, depth, locality, park separation, and source evidence can be reviewed together without placing every event within the park, inferring habitat effects, assigning cause, or predicting seismic conditions.

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This page describes catalogued earthquakes associated with the park by epicentre location and distance. It does not establish causation, assess current danger, or predict future earthquakes.

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Follow the flyway beyond Matsalu National Park

Matsalu National Park closes its earthquake section within a major East Atlantic Flyway wetland in western Estonia. The protected places shown next have independent identities and are not evidence of shared bird habitat, park designation, geology, seismic history, geographic closeness, hazards, or equivalent sources.

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National parkViljandi County

62 km away#1 closest

East

Soomaa National Park: Estonia's Wilderness Wetland Landscape Atlas

Explore mapped protected peat bogs and dynamic floodplains in Viljandi County.

Soomaa National Park is a protected wilderness area in Estonia renowned for its extensive peat bog systems and unique floodplains. This national park, located primarily in Viljandi County, showcases some of Europe's largest intact wetland landscapes, characterized by seasonal floods that transform the terrain into vast aquatic environments. MoriAtlas provides detailed geographic context for Soomaa, allowing for exploration of its protected boundaries and landscape features within the broader atlas of European natural areas.

Area: 359 km²
Established: 1993
IUCN: II
Relief: Lowland

Soomaa National Park protected area details

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Marine protected areaSaare County

84 km away#2 closest

West

Vilsandi National Park: Marine Protected Area Atlas and Archipelago Geography

Explore the protected landscape of Western Saaremaa's coast.

Vilsandi National Park is an integral part of Saare County's protected lands, recognized as a significant marine protected area. This page offers an atlas-style exploration of its geography, focusing on the distinctive archipelago terrain, coastal formations along Saaremaa's western edge, and its vital importance as a stopover for migratory birds. Understand the park's mapped boundaries and its place within the broader Baltic Sea ecosystem through detailed geographic context.

Area: 241 km²
Established: 1957
IUCN: II
Relief: Lowland

Vilsandi National Park Protected Area

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National parkFinland

104 km away#3 closest

Northwest

Archipelago National Park: Mapped Protected Landscape and Geographic Context in Finland

Explore protected area boundaries and natural terrain.

Archipelago National Park represents a vital component of Finland's protected lands. This page serves as an atlas-focused entry point, detailing the park's specific geographic context, its mapped protected area boundaries, and the nature of its landscape. Understand how this national park contributes to the broader regional geography of Finland and the Nordic region, aiding structured discovery through maps and geographic data.

Area: 500 km²
Established: 1983
IUCN: II
Visitors: 78.8K annual

Archipelago National Park Finland

National parkUusimaa

About 107 km away#4 closest

North

Ekenäs Archipelago National Park: Mapped Baltic Sea Archipelago Landscape

Protected marine area with island geography in Uusimaa, Finland.

Delve into the unique protected landscape of Ekenäs Archipelago National Park, a premier example of a Baltic Sea marine protected area. Located in the Uusimaa region, this national park encompasses a vast expanse of coastal waters dotted with hundreds of rocky islets and skerries. MoriAtlas provides detailed geographic context, allowing for exploration of its mapped boundaries, island formations, and critical role as a sanctuary for breeding aquatic birds. Understand its place within Finland's protected areas atlas and appreciate its distinctive marine archipelago character.

Area: 52 km²
Established: 1989
IUCN: II
Visitors: 53.6K annual

Ekenäs Archipelago National Park protected area

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National parkLatvia

110 km away#5 closest

Southwest

Slītere National Park: Latvia's Protected Coastal Landscape with Blue Hills and Bird Flyways

Explore the unique terrain and protected geography of this Baltic national park.

Slītere National Park represents a distinctive protected landscape on Latvia's Courland Peninsula, celebrated for its ancient geological formations like the Blue Hills (Zilie Kalni) and its role as a crucial bird migration corridor. The park's geography encompasses varied dune systems, wetland habitats, and rich broadleaf forests, offering a unique mapped environment. Discover the park's protected area boundaries and its significance within the regional Baltic geography, highlighting its unique ecosystem features and landscape context.

Area: 164.14 km²
Established: 2000
IUCN: II
Relief: Mixed relief

Slītere National Park Protected Landscape

National parkEstonia

117 km away#6 closest

Northeast

Lahemaa National Park: Explore Estonia's Coastal Geography and Protected Landscape Atlas

Mapped terrain, bogs, and coastal peninsulas of a major protected area.

Delve into the detailed geography of Lahemaa National Park, Estonia's largest national park situated on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. This protected landscape encompasses a diverse range of terrain, from the deeply indented coastline and ancient glacial boulders to expansive raised bogs and rolling boreal forests. Understand the park's mapped boundaries and its significance as a premier destination for exploring distinct Baltic natural environments and historical coastal villages. The park's unique blend of natural features and cultural heritage makes it a key point of reference in any protected-area atlas.

Area: 747 km²
Established: 1971
IUCN: II
Relief: Lowland

Lahemaa National Park Protected Area

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National parkSouthwest Finland

About 153 km away#7 closest

North

Teijo National Park: Mapped Boundaries of a Protected National Park in Southwest Finland

Explore the geographic context and protected landscape of Teijo National Park.

Teijo National Park is a designated national park within Southwest Finland, offering a distinct protected landscape for atlas exploration. This entry focuses on its geographic identity, mapped park boundaries, and its place within the broader regional geography. Discover the structured details of Teijo National Park as a key protected area, providing valuable context for understanding natural landscapes and conservation efforts in Finland.

Area: 34 km²
Established: 2015
IUCN: II
Visitors: 92.1K annual

Teijo National Park Protected Landscape

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National parkLatvia

157 km away#8 closest

Southeast

Gauja National Park: Latvia's Largest National Park Atlas and Protected Landscape

Mapped terrain and diverse natural heritage in Vidzeme.

As Latvia's largest national park, Gauja offers a deep dive into a protected landscape defined by the ancient Gauja River valley and its spectacular Devonian sandstone cliffs. This page provides essential geographic context and atlas-style information, detailing the park's mapped boundaries, unique geological formations, and the rich tapestry of natural and cultural heritage that makes it a cornerstone of the region's protected lands. Explore the varied terrain, from river valleys to rolling uplands, all within a meticulously mapped conservation area.

Area: 917.87 km²
Established: 1973
IUCN: II
Relief: Mixed relief

Gauja National Park protected area details

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Dive deeper into the atlas-view of Matsalu National Park to understand its intricate wetland geography and the significance of its protected boundaries. Learn how this vital area in Lääne County functions as a crucial hub for bird migration and contributes to the regional ecological landscape. Continue your exploration of Estonia's protected areas and discover the mapped context of its natural reserves through MoriAtlas.

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