(Filipendula ulmaria), marsh horsetail (Equisetum palustre), marsh-marigold (Caltha palustris), and narrow-leaved bittercress (Cardamine impatiens). Scientists have mapped the reserve into 17 different characteristic forest types, the diversity due to altitude zoning, soil differences, micro-climate differences, and other factors that make the Gorgany Reserve a valuable reference for natural Carpathian ecosystems. Public use As a strict nature reserve, Gorgany's primary purpose is protection of nature and scientific study. Public access is limited: mass recreation and construction of facilities is prohibited as are hunting and fishing. See also Lists of Nature Preserves of Ukraine (class Ia protected areas) National Parks of Ukraine (class II protected areas) References External links Boundaries of Gorgany Nature Reserve on OpenStreetMap.org Nature reserves in Ukraine