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Descripción
An impressive 260+ species have been recorded in Frauenwinkel, the most important nature reserve of Lake Zurich. The reserve consists of two reeds (beautifully named „Üsser Sack“, 1, and „Inner Sack“, 2), a large zone of shallow water (3) and two islands, Ufenau (4) and Lützelau (5), which are open to the public. The nearby Kiesinsel ("gravel island"; 6) outside of the reserve, which is home to a colony of Charrán Común and Gaviota Reidora, is also worth mentioning.
The protected meadow areas are located on a gently sloping hillside. In the upper areas, they consist of litter meadows that merge into reeds towards the lake. Thanks to the work of the Frauenwinkel Foundation, the meadows are now extensively farmed again. The main target species are the Avefría Europea, which now breeds here again, and the Zarapito Real, which last bred in Switzerland at this location in 2006. The great pressure from recreational users and the limited size of the site (350 hectares) prevent this species from breeding. To minimise disturbances, the area is largely closed to visitors. Walls made of wide wooden planks along the path prevent the birds from noticing humans, but also prevent good observation opportunities for birdwatchers along most of the way.
In winter, the bay is the most interesting area: Tarro Blanco, Serreta Mediana, Porrón Pardo, Zampullín Cuellirrojo, Negrón especulado, Colimbo Ártico, Colimbo Chico, and the rare Colimbo Grande may be spotted on the lake. Amongst the Gaviota Patiamarilla one might discern a Gaviota Cana, Gaviota sombría, and the rare Gaviota argéntea europea (even a Gavión Atlántico returns regularly to the lake). In the reeds close to the water, Agachadiza común might be seen next to Zarapito Real and Ánsar común. A Aguilucho pálido sometimes flies over the fields in search for food, and a Alcaudón Norteño perches on the bushes.
In the breeding season, Éider común, Charrán Común, Cerceta Carretona, Gaviota Cabecinegra, and Gaviota Enana (although non-breeding) can be observed on the lake. A Tarabilla común or a Alcaudón Dorsirrojo might sit in the bushes, and Carricero Tordal breeds in the reeds. The main attractions are, of course, Zarapito Real and Avefría Europea with its spectacular courtship flights.
Apart from those two species and the Agachadiza común, waders are relatively rare, but Andarríos Grande, Correlimos Común, Combatiente, Archibebe Claro, and Archibebe Común are possible to see during migration, and Andarríos Chico practically year-round. Yet, other places in the area are better suited for migration watch (see, for example, the entry "Stampf Rapperswil-Jona").
Amongst the rarities found here, Falaropo Picogrueso, Alcaraván Común, Aguja Colinegra, and Fumarel Aliblanco are most notable; Cormorán Pigmeo spent several months here in 2000, 2002 und 2012.
Detalles
Accesso
Frauenwinkel is best reached by public transport: the train station Pfäffikon (coming from Zurich) is right next to the start of the path, the train station Hurden (coming from Rapperswil) is near the other end. If arriving by car, you can either park at Pfäffikon train station or Seedamm Hotel, but the parking lots might be busy.
The area can be explored on foot, wheelchair or by bike. The path leads alongside the road and railroad track. Most of the time, the wooden planks obstruct the view, though. Ufenau island can be reached by cruise ship from April onwards or by boat taxi (see the link), Lützelau can be reached by shuttle from June through September (booking in advance necessary, see the link).
Terreno y habitat
Humedal , Cañizos , Agricultura , Árboles y arbustos dispersos , Pradera , LagoCondiciones
PlanoCamino circular
No¿Se necesita telescopio?
Puede ser útilBuena época para el avistamiento de aves
Todo el añoMejor momento para visitar
Primavera , InviernoRuta
Camino anchoCamino difícil de andar
FácilAccesible vía
A pie , Bicicleta , Silla de ruedasEscondite de observación / plataforma
NoEnlaces
- Ample information on the area by Frauenwinkel Foundation (German)
- Wikipedia-entry on the area
- How to get to Ufnau island
- How to get to Lützelau island