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Elmley has ideal habitat for wildfowl and waders. In the winter there are thousands of Smient with plenty of Wintertaling, Krakeend and a good sprinkling of Slobeend, Bergeend, Pijlstaart, Krakeend and also geese. Grauwe Gans predominate but there are also Kolgans and Rotgans.
At the right time of year it is possible to see 20 species of waders. Kemphaan, Goudplevier and Tureluur are usually present. On passage, look out for Zwarte Ruiter, Groenpootruiter, Bosruiter, Witgat and many more.
Naturally this rich diversity of birds attracts predators. On a good day you may see Smelleken, Slechtvalk, Blauwe Kiekendief, Velduil or even Ransuil. Bruine Kiekendief are virtually guaranteed. Occasionally a Ruigpootbuizerd appears but be careful before claiming one as there have been some very pale Buizerd, too.
Passerines are more of a feature on migration - Paapje, Tapuit and others can be found in season. Keep your eyes and ears open and you may well find something unexpected.
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Toegang
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'.
Terrein en leefgebied
Rietvelden , Slikken , Wetland , Grasland/weide , Verspreide bomen en struikenOmstandigheden
VlakRondlopende wandeling mogelijk?
NeeTelescoop meenemen?
Kan handig zijnWanneer hier vogels kijken?
Het hele jaarToptijd voor dit gebied
Winter , Voorjaarstrek , NajaarstrekRoute
Onverharde wegZwaarte wandeling
GemiddeldToegankelijk via
Te voet , AutoVogelkijkhut aanwezig?
JaExtra info
Check the website for opening times. There is a £5.00 day charge for entry per car (not per person).