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Description
Parque Forestal Valdebebas - Felipe IV consists of a young forest of native vegetation, though an area to the south does have older trees. Most of the area is dominated by stone pines, which hold all of the common birds of the area. The park has several streams and and two small lakes. These attract birds such as virtavästäräkki, pussitiainen, Luhtakana (uncommon), kuningaskalastaja and sometimes ruostesorsa. Some other ducks, like harmaasorsa, might occasionally show up. Waders, such as metsäviklo can also appear. There have been records of Paksujalka. During winter, the top part of the park is very good for punakylkirastas, with räkättirastas also being present. Some raptors like munkkikorppikotka might fly over, but this isn't a good spot for them. minervanpöllö is present, however, the park is closed at night, making other owl species sightings scarce. Kurki might ocassionally fly over during winter.
Details
Access
You can access the park from the Valdebebas urbanisation. There are multiple entrances.
Terrain and Habitat
Scattered trees and bushes , Lake , Forest , GrasslandConditions
Hilly , Dry , DustyCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
Autumn migration , Spring migration , WinterRoute
Wide path , Narrow trailDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
Foot , BicycleBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
Beware that some areas of the park might be crowded during the weekends, and unleashed dogs might scare birds. Mammals, such as the Grenada Hare or sometimes even Red Fox (very rare), are also present here.