Huuhanranta in Ruokolahti, Finland, has gained international recognition for its beautiful sandy beaches, and now it is also being celebrated for its biodiversity. Following several summers of controlled burning conducted by the forestry company Tornator, over 600 beetle species have been identified in the area, with 368 species detected during the last summer's survey alone—an increase of more than one hundred species from the previous year. The burns are intended to promote favorable living conditions for plants, beetles, and butterflies that thrive in open, sunlit environments.

The survey's findings also highlighted several rare and endangered species, including the woodcock beetle and the teretylppö, the latter of which had never been found in natural environments in Finland before, only in old wooden structures. This discovery emphasizes the importance of conservation efforts in creating habitats that support a diverse ecosystem. Rauli Perkiö, an expert in nature conservation at Tornator, expressed optimism about the positive results concerning the beetle populations, indicating a flourishing ecosystem due to the company's environmental management practices.

With its stunning beaches and burgeoning biodiversity, Huuhanranta is positioning itself not just as a tourist destination but also as a vital area for ecological research and conservation. The health of its beetle populations reflects broader environmental trends, which could influence local conservation strategies and inform public awareness about the need for environmentally sustainable practices in Finland.