Dwejra

The Dwejra area is open country with low vegetation. The area is one of the most geologically interesting areas in the Maltese Islands, with sheer coastal cliffs, the offshore island called Fungus Rock, the so-called inland sea etc. Being the westernmost point of the archipelago, the site is a magnet for migrants. The site is at it's best during spring migration, when one can see several species typical of open habitats such as Busard des roseaux, Busard pâle, Busard cendré, Faucon crécerellette, Caille des blés Traquet motteux, Traquet isabelle, Traquet oreillard, Pipit rousseline Huppe fasciée, Tarier des prés, Pie-grièche à tête rousse and more. In easterly winds, flocks of herons, including Héron pourpré and Crabier chevelu, may be seen migrating offshore or resting on the coast. Autumn and winter are less exciting but can still be good for migrants and common wintering birds. The area also hosts interesting breeding species in summer, including Puffin de Scopoli, Puffin yelkouan, Martinet pâle, Monticole bleu and Fauvette à lunettes.