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Gammalsby Sjömarker Nature Reserve

Öland  >  Sweden

Nature Reserve that consists of large coastal meadows, forests, 2 small ports, open fields and alvar.

Added* by Ludwig Gustafsson
Most recent update 20 april 2022

Description

In and around Gammalsby Sjömarker 308 birds have been recorded (299 at Sebybadet, and 271 at Gräsgårds hamn). Gammalsby Sjömarker is one of Ölands most important resting places for waders during the spring migration. The wide coastal meadows and shallow waters often hold tens of thousands of Myrsnipe, thousands of Heilo, Vipe, Lappspove and Tundralo. Many rare wading birds have been seen during the spring and autumn migration.

Gammals by sjömarker is also an important resting place for geese, especially Hvitkinngås. From Gammalsby Sjömaker large amounts of migrating geese, ducks, waders, terns, gulls and passeringe birds can often be found.

Details

Access

Parking can be done at Gräsgårds hamn, and Sebyläge. From 2 platforms and along a path the area can be viewed. Part of the area is off limits.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Plain , Scattered trees and bushes , Beach , Mud flats , Agriculture , Reedbeds , Sea

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring migration , Autumn migration

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

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