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Description
Elmley has ideal habitat for wildfowl and waders. In the winter there are thousands of Canard siffleur with plenty of Sarcelle d'hiver, Canard chipeau and a good sprinkling of Canard souchet, Tadorne de Belon, Canard pilet, Canard chipeau and also geese. Oie cendrée predominate but there are also Oie rieuse and Bernache cravant.
At the right time of year it is possible to see 20 species of waders. Combattant varié, Pluvier doré and Chevalier gambette are usually present. On passage, look out for Chevalier arlequin, Chevalier aboyeur, Chevalier sylvain, Chevalier culblanc and many more.
Naturally this rich diversity of birds attracts predators. On a good day you may see Faucon émerillon, Faucon pèlerin, Busard Saint-Martin, Hibou des marais or even Hibou moyen-duc. Busard des roseaux are virtually guaranteed. Occasionally a Buse pattue appears but be careful before claiming one as there have been some very pale Buse variable, too.
Passerines are more of a feature on migration - Tarier des prés, Traquet motteux and others can be found in season. Keep your eyes and ears open and you may well find something unexpected.
Détails
Accès
The reserve is accessed from the small road (Sheppey Way) that goes over the old road bridge onto the Isle of Sheppey. There is an RSPB sign pointing to the entrance. (With the logo removed!) It's a difficult place to reach by public transport - be prepared for some walking. Swale is the nearest railway station. Some of the best birding is actually along the entrance track. Scan the fence posts for raptors! If you walk you are likely to flush everything within quite some distance of the track - and are likely to upset the many photographers who like to use their cars as 'hides'.
Terrain et Habitat
Roselière , Vasières , Zone humide , Prairie , Arbres et buissons disséminésConditions
PlatBoucle
NonAvez-vous besoin d'une longue-vue?
Peut être utileSaison idéale pour observer
Toute l'annéeMeilleure période pour une visite
Hiver , Migration printanière , Migration automnaleItinéraire
Route non pavéeNiveau de difficulté de l'itinéraire
Durée de la marcheAccessible via
A pied , VoitureObservatoire/hutte d'observation
OuiInformations supplémentaires
Check the website for opening times. There is a £5.00 day charge for entry per car (not per person).