Poland/Bialowieza : primeval forest seeking for preservation

On 1 May 2004 the EU became a Union of 25 Member States with a total population of about 455 million people. At the same time, the UnionÂ’s territorial expanse increased by about a quarter. However, few realise that the unprecedented enlargement of the EU also brings with it ecologic treasures unknown to many until now. New species of animals and plants have now entered into the EU fold.

European Commission | June 1, 2004

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