Rate birdingplace Crna Bara Gravel Pits
Description
There are many gravel pits in the lower course of the Drina River, part of the IBA Donje Podrinje. One of them, which is easily accessible, is near the village of Crna Bara (Black Pond).
The colony of 50-70 pairs of Little Tern breeds in the IBA area. They are accompanied by a similar number of Common Tern. Goosander breeds here too, as well as a large colony of Sand Martin.
Details
Access
One of the best places to access Drina's meanders in the lower course is gravel pits near Crna Bara. Head southwest of the Crna Bara village where the dirt road passes over the embankment and continues to the gravel pits. Note that the terrain and dirt roads change yearly, because of the heavy gravel exploitation and because of the Drina River itself. However, the chances are very good that the riverbank is easily accessible at the time of your visit and that you can find a good spot to observe the birds.
Terrain and Habitat
River , BeachConditions
Flat , High water possibleCircular trail
NoIs a telescope useful?
NoGood birding season
Summer , SpringBest time to visit
Summer , SpringRoute
Unpaved roadDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
Foot , Bicycle , CarBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
Check the river water levels on the link below before visiting this birding place.
Links
- 'Crna Bara--šljunkara' eBird hotspot
- 'Ušće Drine u Savu' eBird hotspot
- eBird barchart of both hotspots
- IBA Donje Podrinje
- Sava River water level at Sremska Mitrovica, near the Drina confluence
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