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Geitenberg Raptor Watchpoint

West-Vlaanderen  >  Belgium

The raptor lookout and visual migration watchpoint 'De Geitenberg' is a great place to visit in the autumn between half august and half november.

Añadido* por Ignaas Robbe
Última actualización 15 junio 2023
Este birdingplace aún no ha sido calificado. Sea el primero en calificar con 1 a 5 estrellas

Descripción

This unique place offers a panoramic view of the landscape between the rivers Schelde en Leie. In autumn there are always raptors around and it's a very good spot to watch migrating birds, especially early in the morning. Between half august and half september, there are usually Aguilucho Lagunero Occidental , Abejero Europeo , Halcón Peregrino , Cernícalo vulgar and Busardo ratonero around. Good chance to see Aguilucho pálido and Milano Real as well. It has become a famous spot to see Chorlito Carambolo , both in autumn and spring. Collalba Gris ,Tarabilla Norteña and Bisbita Campestre are also regular in migration periods. In autumnmornings, there are usually birdwatchers on the platform. From this platform, already 193 species have been seen in the last 15 years, not bad for an inland spot. There is always the possibility something unexpected turns up here.

Detalles

Accesso

Please park on the spot indicated on the map, as driving in the area is not allowed without a permit. It is only a short walk from the parking to the lookout.

Terreno y habitat

Llanura , Agricultura , Árboles y arbustos dispersos , Pradera

Condiciones

Plano , Arenoso , Montañoso , Paisaje abierto

Camino circular

¿Se necesita telescopio?

Buena época para el avistamiento de aves

Otoño , Verano

Mejor momento para visitar

Migración de otoño

Ruta

Camino pavimentado , Camino sin asfaltar , Camino ancho , Camino estrecho

Camino difícil de andar

Caminata media

Accesible vía

A pie , Bicicleta

Escondite de observación / plataforma

Información extra

The place is best visited when wind the comes from eastern directions. Best time of the day is early mornings, for migrating songbirds, geese, waders. Raptors are usually seen as from 10 a.m. Chorlito Carambolo is usually seen in the end of august through september, most are flyovers, but staging birds are regular. Good knowledge of birdcalls is recommended here. It is a quiet place in a very busy area. Species like Busardo Calzado , Águila Pescadora , Aguilucho Cenizo , Aguilucho Papialbo , Cigüeña Blanca , Búho Campestre , Bisbita Gorgirrojo , Escribano Nival, Escribano Lapón ... have turned up on regular basis.

The 'lookouttower' is in this case as special installed birdwatching platform in concrete blocks which makes it comfortable to spend several hours on this spot. Please do not obstruct agricultural vehicles when parking your car.

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