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Lake Norşin

Bitlis  >  Turkey

Small but important wetland for the Hvidhovedet Skarveand. One of the most important breeding location of the species. Also, there are other waterbirds.

Added* by Lider Sinav
Most recent update 22 marts 2023

Description

Lake Norşin is a small lake surrounded by reed beds. This is a well known breeding place of Hvidhovedet Skarveand. Such small and vegetated wetlands in the eastern part of Turkey are the main breeding places of Hvidhovedet Skarveand. Also Taffeland and Blishøne can be seen there. During the cold winters, this lake is frozen. However, it is nice place to watch the breeding ducks in spring time. Around the lake, you can visit several areas to include new species into your birding lists.

Details

Access

You can go to Lake Norşin by car. You can explore the area by car or by walking. You can park easily. Click on a P in the map for directions or coordinates.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Plain , Lake , Mud flats , Agriculture , City/village , Reedbeds , Scattered trees and bushes

Conditions

Flat , Dusty , Open landscape , Dry

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

Spring , Summer

Best time to visit

Spring , Spring migration , Summer

Route

Wide path , Unpaved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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