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Staveley Nature Reserve has lots of biodiversity, orchids, butterflies, dragonflies, moths, otters as well as numerous species of birds, with over 200 species recorded and always the chance of a rarity. The area consists of two large, flooded former gravel pits, fringed with rushes, along with several small pools and drainage channels. Some extensive grassland and small areas of woodland. Hebridean sheep and Highland cattle graze the land throughout the year.
The reserve has stunning views, flat walking and a circular walk if required. Bird hides overlook the lakes and reed bed and also have feeding stations. Staveley is renowned for Porciglione, which can often be seen taking spilt grain beneath the feeding stations. Other birds that can be spotted are Usignolo di fiume, Basettino, Migliarino di palude, Forapaglie comune, Barbagianni, Nibbio reale, Sterna comune, Avocetta, Beccaccino, Chiurlo maggiore, Alzavola, Mestolone and Volpoca.
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Staveley Nature Reserve is located just north of the village of Staveley. Open at all times and free entry and car park. The car park is just outside Staveley village on Minskip Road, holding 12 cars. Click on the P in the map for directions to the car park. Level footpaths and easy access for those of limited mobility, although a good deal of walking is required to cover the entire site. There are five bird hides – three fully accessible. Making the circular walk and visiting all the bird hides is about a 3 mile walk.