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Siikalahti Wetland

South Karelia  >  Finland

Siikalahti Bay is one of Finland’s richest wetlands for bird life. This reserve of 445 hectare has boardwalks, towers and hides.

Añadido* por Craig Wright
Última actualización 18 abril 2020

Descripción

The wetlands of Siikalahti Bay have formed where the eastern part of Lake Simpelejärvi is gradually becoming overgrown. The great variety of birds breeding here or visiting on migration means that Siikalahti is among the top wetlands for bird life anywhere in Finland, and the country’s richest inland wetland. The bay is also an internationally important staging area for migratory birds. Almost 200 bird species are seen in Siikalahti every year, including more than 70 species that breed here. During migration seasons it is possible to spot more than 100 species during a single day. There are several good vantage points for birdwatching around the reserve.

Siikalahti Wetland is great for species like Cisne Cantor, Gaviota Enana, Somormujo Cuellirrojo, Ruiseñor Ruso, Carricero de Blyth, Camachuelo Carminoso and also the most common European wetland species.

Detalles

Accesso

Access is via Kaukolantie just North of Parikkala off Route 6. There are two parking areas at the reserve. Walking is best on the reserve with Towers, Hides and Boardwalks. A 1-km nature trail starts from the main car park, passing the nature information hut and leading on to a birdwatching tower in the centre of the wetlands. The trail (see the map) has special wider sections in good spots for birdwatching. About 300 metres beyond the main car park towards Kaukola is a second car park with a viewing platform accessible to disabled visitors.

Terreno y habitat

Humedal

Condiciones

Plano , Pantanoso

Camino circular

No

¿Se necesita telescopio?

Buena época para el avistamiento de aves

Primavera , Otoño , Verano

Mejor momento para visitar

Primavera

Ruta

Camino estrecho , Camino ancho

Camino difícil de andar

Fácil

Accesible vía

A pie

Escondite de observación / plataforma

Información extra

Birds are abundant in the wetlands from April to October. The busiest times for birds and birdwatchers are during the spring and autumn migration seasons.

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