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Havstenasjön

Västergötland  >  Sweden

Nice bird lake with isolated islands of reed in the middle of the lake. Easy to get a good overview. Rich birdlife in a small urban area.

Added* by Henrik Lerner
Most recent update 24 marts 2024
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Description

The 1 km circular walk around the lake of Havstenasjön gives a good glance into an eutrophicated bird lake with reeds. Situated in an urban area it is easy to reach. The reeds in the middle of the lake host a colony of Hættemåge as well as several other species such as Nordisk Lappedykker, Toppet Lappedykker, Rørsanger, Lille Lappedykker, Rørhøne and Blishøne.

Details

Access

Havstenasjön is located on the northern outskirts of the town of Skövde. The lake is easy to access with walkpaths and roads situated around the lake. A walk around the lake gives the best experience and from the marked sighting point one sees most of the lake. You see the birds well with an ordinary binocular if you stay on the surrounding permanent paths, bicycle roads and roads.

Terrain and Habitat

Lake , Reedbeds , City/village , Wetland

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

Spring , Summer , Autumn

Best time to visit

Spring , Summer

Route

Narrow trail , Paved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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