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Embalse de Arrocampo - Saucedilla

Extremadura, Caceres Province  >  Spain

Fantastic wetland that holds many incredible species not otherwise found in or associated with Extremadura.

Añadido* por Mats van Kasteren
Última actualización 20 abril 2024

Descripción

The Embalse de Arrocampo is a large artificial marshland, created to cool of the water used by the nuclear power plant before flowing back into the Tagus. The water is surrounded by bulrush vegetation and the warm water supports a rich feeding ground for many sought after and truly magnificent species, most notably, the area holds a strong population of Calamón Común. Apart from this emblematic species, many others can be found, as well as a fine range of amphibians, reptiles and mammals (most notably Egyptian Mongoose). Near the village of Saucedilla a series of bird hides gives excellent views of the birds.

Detalles

Accesso

At the Southern edge of the village of Saucedilla, near the football pitch, there is a small visitor' s center (next to the indicated parking spot) where you can get the keys to the 4 hides overlooking the marshland, be advised though, the center has rather strange opening hours, so check the internet carefully. The trail towards the hides starts just next to the Visitor' s centre. You can also drive by car to all hides if you want to.

Terreno y habitat

Humedal , Árboles y arbustos dispersos , Pradera , Río , Cañizos , Pisos de barro

Condiciones

Plano , Pantanoso , Sin sombra , Paisaje abierto

Camino circular

No

¿Se necesita telescopio?

Puede ser útil

Buena época para el avistamiento de aves

Todo el año

Mejor momento para visitar

Primavera , Invierno , Otoño

Ruta

Camino ancho

Camino difícil de andar

Fácil

Accesible vía

A pie , Coche , Bicicleta , Silla de ruedas

Escondite de observación / plataforma

Información extra

The best spot for Calamón Común is the corner of the first birdwatching hide (near the visitor' s centre, see the map). In fact, in 1 evening in summer we saw Calamón Común Garza Imperial , Martinete Común , Avetorillo común , Abubilla común , Garcilla Cangrejera , Garceta Común , Aguilucho Lagunero Occidental and Culebrera Europea , all at the first hide.

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