Descrizione
Jakovački ključ English oak forest is one of the few still-standing floodplain areas with more than two centuries old oak forests. The forest, also known as SRC Surčin, has 160 hectares and almost 140 so far recorded bird species. Along the northern edge lies a canal, formerly a part of the River Galovica, adding Marzaiola, Mignattino piombato, Marangone minore, Tarabusino and Nitticora to the scene but, in warm days, also a line of numerous anglers.
I particularly like Jakovački ključ in winter, when bare branches allow you to actually see all those forest birds: Peppola, Ciuffolotto, Cincia mora, Regolo, Fiorrancino, Tordela, Tordo sassello, Frosone, Lucherino, etc. Woodpeckers include Picchio rosso mezzano, Picchio rosso minore, Picchio verde and Picchio nero.
Later in spring, my preferred season becomes April (migration peak / early breeding season for resident species), because the oak leaves are not fully formed, making birds a bit more visible than later: Luì verde, Tordo bottaccio, Usignolo, Balia nera, Codirosso, Codirosso spazzacamino, Frosone, Verzellino. The canal is adorned with Pendolino and Cannareccione and the surrounding fields with Upupa. Also, there is about 50 pairs-strong colony of Airone cenerino with several pairs of Nitticora near the tarmac-covered football field in the SW.
Dettagli
Accesso
Zoom in on the map and click on the "P" (parking) sign for driving directions. Jakovački ključ forest may also be reached by public bus 602, which departs from New Belgrade, Block 44. The trail marked on the map is about 6 km long. Insect repellant is a good idea in summer.
Terreno e habitat
Foresta , Zona umidaCaratteristiche dell’area
Terreno pianoPercorso ad anello
SiÈ utile un cannocchiale?
NoBuona stagione per il BW
Tutto l'annoMiglior periodo per visitare
Inverno , Primavera , Migrazione primaverilePercorso
Strada asfaltata , Sentiero ampioGrado di difficoltà del percorso a piedi
FacileModalità di accesso
A piedi , Bicicletta , Sedia a rotelleCapanno/torretta di osservazione
NoInformazioni aggiuntive
Once this forest was a recreational centre (SRC Surčin) with volleyball and tennis courts, and bungalows for rent belonging to Yugoslav Army. Yet, after the 1990s army personnel refugees permanently settled the bungalows in the centre of the forest, turning it into a suburb of Surčin. Hence, nowadays there is a city connection by public transport system. Saddly, locals tend to use this forest as an unofficial rubbish tip.


