Recent Mountain Building at the Junction Zone of the Northwestern Caucasus and Intermediate Kerch–Taman Region, Russia

Trikhunkov, Ya. I.; Bachmanov, D.M.; Gaidalenok, O. V.; Marinin, A. V.; Sokolov, Sergey

doi:10.1134/s001685211904006x

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“…The Upper Jurassic reefal limestones and dolostones are exposed in the uppermost parts of the slopes [13][14][15]. These rocks were formed in a back-arc basin that persisted from the mid-Mesozoic to the mid-Cenozoic [16], and the modern mountains are the direct outcome of the Late Cenozoic (Alpine) orogeny [17][18][19] that have resulted from a plate collision [20]. The central element of the Partisan Glade tourist destination is the~20 km-long road from Guzeripl to the toe of the Lagonaki Highland.…”

Section: Geographical and Geological Settingmentioning

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Aesthetic Value of Colluvial Blocks in Geosite-Based Tourist Destinations: Evidence from SW Russia

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Nature-based tourism is stimulated by the aesthetic properties of landscapes, and particular elements of the latter determine the overall scenic beauty. Big stones on forested mountain slopes are among such elements. The Partisan Glade geosite-based tourist destination ofthe Western Caucasus in southwestern Russia is distinguished by the occurrence of such stones. Their field investigation (measurements of physical parameters and interpretation of the common criteria of tourist-meaningful beauty) shows that these are essentially blocks (clasts with the size of 1–10 m) of all grades (fine, medium, and coarse blocks) and colluvial origin. The blocks influence on such parameters of scenic beauty as scale, condition, balance, diversity, shape, and uniqueness, and, therefore, these blocks are of aesthetic value. The most important is color and size. Apparently, the presence of these big stones stimulates tourists’ positive emotions. It is recommended to avoid block removal or breaking in the course of road maintenance.

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Section: Geographical and Geological Settingmentioning

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Aesthetic Value of Colluvial Blocks in Geosite-Based Tourist Destinations: Evidence from SW Russia

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“…Niphargus utrishensis sp.n. inhabits various water sources (springs, spring pools, wells, streams and river hyporhea) in the western part of the Navagirsky Ridge of the Abrau Peninsula (Krasnodar Krai), as well as the foothills of the Marktokh and Kotsekhursky ridges in the vicinity of Gostagayevskaya and Varenikovskaya villages, respectively (Figs 2; 3), which are connected geologically, being parts of the Abrau fault zone (Trikhunkov et al, 2018); was also found in a small springs in the basins and hyporhea of small mountain rivers (Gostagayka, Psebeps, Kudako, Bakanka, Lipki and Bogogo), flowing from the NW part of the foothills of the Great Caucasian Ridge. Meanwhile, this species was not found in the springs of the nearby Semisamsky Ridge.…”

Section: Niphargus Utrishensismentioning

confidence: 99%

“…inhabits various water sources (springs, spring pools, wells, streams and river hyporhea) in the area of the Sapun and Koldun mountains (Novorossiysk area) of the Abrau Peninsula (Krasnodar Krai) (Figs 2; 3). These mountains are considered part of the Navagirsky Ridge, but are separated by the Raevo-Abrau Depression; also, according to another version, these mountains are part of the Coastal Ridge, part of which as a result of a karst collapse became the Tsemes (=Tsemesskaya, Novorossiyskaya) Bay of the Black Sea (Trikhunkov et al, 2018). PLEOSOMA: pleonites I-III with several short marginal setae on each posterodorsal margin.…”

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“…inhabits various water sources (springs, spring pools, wells, streams and river hyporhea) in the area of Doob Mountain (Kabardinka area), or usually called the Tuaphat Ridge, of the Doob Peninsula (Krasnodar Krai) (Figs 2; 3). This mountain is considered as a part of the Navagirsky Ridge, but separated by the Tsemes (=Tsemesskaya, Novorossiyskaya) Bay of the Black Sea, formed as a result of karst collapse (Trikhunkov et al, 2018). MATERIAL EXAMINED.…”

Section: Niphargus Alisaementioning

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Euxinian relict amphipods of the Eastern Paratethys in the subterranean fauna of coastal habitats of the Northern Black Sea region

2021

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The article presents the first insight into the diversity and distribution of the relatively small Niphargus "tauricus" ingroup of the "stygius" species group (Crustacea: Amphipoda: Niphargidae) living in the coastal caves/springs of Dobrogea in Romania, the Crimean Peninsula and the south-western foothills of the Caucasus Mountains. Six species, namely Niphargus utrishensis Marin et Palatov sp.n., N. novorossicus Marin et Palatov sp.n., N. alisae Marin, Krylenko et Palatov sp.n., N. ashamba Marin, Krylenko et Palatov sp.n., N. malakhovi Marin et Palatov sp.n. and N. dederkoyi Marin et Palatov sp.n. are described from the Black Sea coastal foothills of the south-western part of the Caucasus Mountains. Crimean N. tauricus Birštein, 1964 is re-described based on topotypic material.Morphological diagnoses and descriptions for all species of the "tauricus" ingroup as well as the key for their identification are presented. Aside from the morphological comparisons, DNA barcode (COI mtDNA gene marker) is employed for their identification. It is assumed that these species are Euxinian relicts of the Eastern Paratethys and were settled in their current habitats at the end of the Miocene at least 5 Mya. According to the data obtained, the related species of the ingroup are confined to the same mountain ridge, which suggests that the settlement occurred by several "waves". At the same time, we suppose that the modern species distribution is shaped rather by the uplift of Caucasian coastal mountain ridges and karst fragmentation occurred during the the last 2-3 Mya (since Late Pliocene -Early Pleistocene) than the fluctuation of the sea level. Because these animals are not able to disperse actively, we believe that these unique ancient genetic lineages (species) and their biotopes (underground water habitats) are in need of especial protection.

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“…The local geology is reviewed by Baraboshkin et al [20], Kropotkin [29], Ruban [22], and Trikhunkov et al [30,31]. The Abrau area occupies the southwestern periphery of the Northwestern Caucasus, which is the edge of the Greater Caucasus orogen.…”

Section: Geological Settingmentioning

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On the Duality of Marine Geoheritage: Evidence from the Abrau Area of the Russian Black Sea Coast

Ruban

2021

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Marine geoheritage is an important but still underdeveloped concept. Field investigations in the Abrau area (Krasnodar Region, southwestern Russia) and subsequent interpretations allow for the characterization of its geoheritage. Two geosites, namely Abrau and Limanchik, are delineated and assessed semi-qualitatively. Their high heritage value, complexity, and appropriate “technical” properties are appraised. The Abrau geosite features Abrau Lake with its enigmatic origin and the outcrops of deformed Upper Cretaceous carbonate flysch deposits. The Limanchik geosite represents an outstanding example of coastal abrasion, Paleocene siliciclastic flysch with trace fossils, and a coastal lagoon separated from the sea by a bar. The heritage aspects of the study areas are related to the development of the Late Cretaceous, Paleocene, and Pliocene seas, as well as to the active dynamics of the Black Sea coastal zone. The duality of marine geoheritage is linked to its relation to both ancient and modern marine environments.

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Recent Mountain Building at the Junction Zone of the Northwestern Caucasus and Intermediate Kerch–Taman Region, Russia

Cited by 9 publications

References 7 publications

Aesthetic Value of Colluvial Blocks in Geosite-Based Tourist Destinations: Evidence from SW Russia

Aesthetic Value of Colluvial Blocks in Geosite-Based Tourist Destinations: Evidence from SW Russia

Euxinian relict amphipods of the Eastern Paratethys in the subterranean fauna of coastal habitats of the Northern Black Sea region

On the Duality of Marine Geoheritage: Evidence from the Abrau Area of the Russian Black Sea Coast

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