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River Ford - Tavari

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A small crossing (ford) over a mostly dry riverbed near the village of Tavari. A good spot for local breeding birds.

Added* by Bas Engels
Most recent update 29 October 2023

Description

Off the road towards Tavari, there's a small crossing (ford) over a mostly dry river, that provides some shade and drinking availability for local breeding species. By parking your car close to the road and walking quietly towards the ford, you're able to see species like Cretzschmar's Bunting, Rock Sparrow and sometimes even Rufous-tailed Scrub Robin.

During migration, the riverbed provides shade and food for migrating species, like flycatchers, chats, shrikes, Golden Oriole and redstarts.

Details

Access

The area can be accessed by the road and ford over the river. Park your car near the road and scan the area with binoculars.

Terrain and Habitat

River , Scattered trees and bushes

Conditions

Hilly , Rocky , Dry , Open landscape

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

Spring , Autumn

Best time to visit

Spring , Spring migration , Autumn migration

Route

Unpaved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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