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Asemantien Pellot

Lapland  >  Finland

Open acricultural fields surrounded by forest. Good place for local birds, especially in April-June.

Added* by Rafael Knuuti
Most recent update 26 November 2023

Description

Asemantien Pellot is located in the middle of acricultural landscape. The fields are bordered by forest in the south and east. West of the area flows the river Torne that defines the border between Finland and Sweden. You can observe many typical local bird species. Among the birds you can see are European Golden Plover, Whimbrel, Common Redshank, Eurasian Oystercatcher, Whooper Swan, Western Yellow Wagtail, Hen Harrier, Short-eared Owl and many more, see the birdlist below.

Details

Access

Asemantien Pellot is located on the border between Finland and Sweden, 15 km south of the town of Pello. You can reach the place by car and park on the side of the road. Click on the P in the map for directions.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , River , City/village , Agriculture , Valley , Grassland , Scattered trees and bushes , Plain , Forest , Lake

Conditions

Flat , Open landscape , High water possible , Wet

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

Spring , Summer

Best time to visit

Spring , Summer , Spring migration

Route

Paved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car , Wheelchair

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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