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White Cliffs of Dover

Kent  >  United Kingdom

The unique habitat of the White Cliffs of Dover make it well worth a visit, with some great nesting birds, and the good chance of a rarity.

Added* by Kent
Most recent update 8 Φεβρουαρίου 2022
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Description

The cliffs themselves and the surrounding chalk grasslands make a unique habitat found in few other places, while the proximity to the continent makes it a popular resting spot for rarities from across the channel. Nesting birds can include Πετρίτης, (Κοινός) Κόρακας, Northern Fulmar and even Τριδάκτυλος Γλάρος. Divers and auks can be seen off the coast in winter, and it is not unusual for rarities to appear: Στραβολαίμης, Pallas's Leaf Warbler, Χιονοκότσυφας and the occasional shrike.

Details

Access

Park at the main car park (operated by National Trust) and enjoy numerous hiking trails of varying lengths and degrees of difficulty.

Terrain and Habitat

Canyon/cliff , Scattered trees and bushes , Grassland , Valley , Sea

Conditions

Flat , Hilly , Open landscape , Slippery

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Autumn migration

Route

Paved road , Wide path , Unpaved road , Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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