Estonia topic
in the southeast of the country.
Estonia is the home of several mammals as well as plant species that are extinct or
very rare in other parts of Europe. The most numerous species of the large mammals
are the roe deer, elk, and wild boar. Beaver, lynx, wolf, brown bear, grey seal, and
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ringed seal are relatively common as well. Of the 333 recorded bird species, 222
breed in Estonia, including the capercaillie, black stork, and all together at least 400
pairs of eagles. At least 10 per cent of the Estonian territory is subject to the
environment protection. The most important protection areas are resting and
recreation areas for migratory birds, mainly seashore wetlands, and chaste woodland
and wetland areas. The preservation of traditional cultural landscapes is important as
well.
Political structure
With the proclamation of Estonia's national