dehesatyyppisissä
Dehesatyyppisissä refers to a type of landscape found in southwestern Spain and Portugal, characterized by a mosaic of evergreen oak woodlands, pastureland, and arable fields. This agro-silvo-pastoral system is a traditional land-use practice that has shaped the region's ecology and culture for centuries. The dominant tree species are Holm oak (Quercus ilex) and cork oak (Quercus suber), which are managed for their acorns (a vital food source for livestock) and bark, respectively. The open canopy of these oak forests allows sunlight to reach the ground, supporting a rich understory of grasses and shrubs that are grazed by livestock such as Iberian pigs, sheep, and cattle.
The dehesa landscape is a result of human intervention, with trees often planted in rows or left