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Batumi Old Military Field

Ajara  >  Georgia

Old soviet firing range on the border of the Chorokhi Delta. The rough grasslands and bushes are home to many birds.

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Most recent update 25 septembrie 2024

Description

This old military training ground is located south of Batumi on the border of the Chorokhi Delta. The rough grasslands and bushes attract Mărăcinar mare, Sfrâncioc cu frunte neagră and Sfrâncioc roșiatic. A gravel road runs right through the middle of the area and gives good views over the whole area. During autumn migration look out for Ciovlică negrie who sometimes sit on the ground or in the grass very close to the gravel road. Also Erete alb can be seen hunting or sitting on the ground during autumn migration.

Details

Access

The old military training ground is located about 10 km south of Batumi. Press P on the map for directions. You can drive the gravel road that runs through the middle of the area and use your car as a hide, or you can explore the area on foot. The gravel road is in fairly poor condition (lots of potholes) but okay to drive with a regular car. Unfortunately the area is also popular with hunters, so you could encounter a hunter in action.

Terrain and Habitat

Scattered trees and bushes , Grassland

Conditions

Flat , Open landscape

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Autumn migration

Route

Unpaved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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