Specialized topographic map of environmental protection: concept and content system

The type of specialized topographical map for environmental protection, developed on the example of wetlands’ image, is substantiated. Such areas are protected by a number of international organizations and conventions. The requirements for them from a number of related areas of the economy, scientific research, for arrangement of rational environmental management, using specialized maps and protection of natural resources are determined. The concept of the map is formulated, in accordance with which the sections of its content are developed; they characterize the natural, disturbed state, and environmental protection of wetlands. The program of geographical characteristics is presented as an addition to the original map. Samples of images of bog complexes are proposed, showing the physiognomic varieties of swamps in various latitudinal zones. The general system and structure of the map content, conventional signs, samples of bog complexes are illustrated