Descripción
The large open water surface of the reservoir and the little amount of disturbance during wintertime attracts thousands of wintering waterbirds, making the area one of the best places in North Rhine-Westphalia to look for ducks etc. Colimbo Chico, Colimbo Ártico, Zampullín Cuellirrojo, Somormujo Cuellirrojo, Serreta Mediana, Serreta Chica, Porrón Bastardo, Negrón especulado and Negrón común are recorded regularly (but not annually), besides high numbers of the more common species like Porrón Europeo, Porrón Moñudo, Porrón Osculado, Serreta Grande, Somormujo Lavanco and Zampullín Común. The rivers that feed and exit the lake are holding several breeding pairs of Mirlo-acuático Europeo, Martín Pescador Común and Lavandera Cascadeña. The surrounding forests are also interesting, where some territories of Pito Cano can be found. With low water levels in late summer and autumn, the resulting mudflats become attractive for migrating waders, like Correlimos Común, Andarríos Chico, Archibebe Claro, Chorlitejo Chico and Chorlitejo Grande.
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Accesso
There are several (mostly paid) parking possibilities around the lake. Considering the size of the lake it's best to take the road around the lake by car and stop at interesting lookout places, e.g. the dam in the northwest corner or the bridges. The southern part of the lake is not accessible by car, it's possible to park the car and explore the shore by foot or bike.


