Environment of Bosnia and Herzegovina

The environment of Bosnia and Herzegovina consists of diverse climates, flora and fauna, natural landmarks and landscapes. The climate ranges from continental, oceanic, subtropical and Mediterranean through the country. Most of the Dinaric Alps are located in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the highest elevation point is the mountain Maglic at 2,386 meters (7,828 ft), while the lowest point of elevation is the Adriatic Sea in the south of the country. 42.8% of the land is covered in thick forests. The country is rich in water resources, and in some places, rivers and springs may be used without filtration. Significant rivers are the Drina, Neretva, Sava, Bosna and Una. Important national parks include Kozara National Park, Sutjeska National Park, and Una National Park, all nationally protected areas.