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Günther-Klotz-Anlage

Baden-Württemberg  >  Germany

A lovely city park in Karsruhe with several ponds and the added bonus of the River Alb running along the edge of the park.

Added* by Sam S.
Most recent update 14 Νοεμβρίου 2022

Description

The Günther-Klotz-Anlage is a great place for casual birding, especially for families or those new to the hobby. There is always something to see up close and a good range of birds.

Numerous paths through the park and along the river make the park very accessible and the birds are used to people. There is usually a good mix of waterbirds on the ponds: Αρκοπετείναρο, (Κοινή) Φαλαρίδα, Πρασινοκέφαλη Πάπια, Φοινικόσιηνα, (Βουβός) Κύκνος, Σταχτοτσικνιάς and (Ευρωπαϊκός) Κορμοράνος are nearly always present and there is a good chance of seeing (Ευρωπαϊκή) Αλκυόνη or Mandarin Duck. The mix of trees and bushes in the park provide a good habitat for numerous songbirds: (Ευρωπαϊκό) Ψαρόνι, Σπιτοσπουργίτης, (Κοινή) Καρδερίνα, (Κοινός) Σπίνος, Καλόγερος, Γαλαζοπαπαδίτσα, Πευκοδρυοκολάπτης and Μεσαίος Δρυοκολάπτης can all be seen or heard throughout the year.

The paths along the river are particularly good for songbirds in summer. In addition to the birds mentioned above, Καστανοπαπαδίτσα, Αιγίθαλος, Τρυποφράχτης, Κοκκινολαίμης and Σταχτοσουσουράδα can often be heard or spotted. At the right time of the year, it's also possible to see and hear both Σταχτομυγοχάφτης and Μαυρομυγοχάφτης.

During the winter months, flocks of (Κοινό) Λούγαρο and the odd Κεδρότσιχλα can often be seen feeding throughout the park. At dusk, large gatherings of (Σταχτιά) Κουρούνα are an additional (noisy) winter attraction.

It's always worth checking the sky for any circling or soaring raptors, too (Βραχοκιρκίνεζο, (Κοινή) Γερακίνα and Ψαλιδιάρης). If you're lucky, you could well see one of the Πετρίτης that breed on one of the tall buildings nearby.

Details

Access

The park can be easily accessed from all sides. The easiest way is to cycle or walk, but there are also tram stops and parking possibilities nearby.

Terrain and Habitat

Lake , City/village , River , Scattered trees and bushes

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Paved road , Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Wheelchair

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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