Description
Skarhult's meadows is a wetland in an agricultural setting. The Braån stream runs through the area and on either side of this there are two wetlands surrounded by meadows and groves. On the north side there is an old train embankment from which you can get an overview and it is possible to cross the river. Even on the south side, there are good views from a hunting tower. Cows with calves as well as bulls walk in the area, so don't go inside the fence!
Breeding birds: Culic mare, Călifar alb, Becațină comună, Nagâț, Fluierar cu picioare roșii, Pescăraș albastru, Potârniche, Mărăcinar mare, Codobatură galbenă, Uliu porumbar and Lăcar de mlaștină. Species seen regularly but not sure if breeding: Codalb, Rață cârâitoare, Rață lingurar, Prundăraș gulerat mic, Cocor,Cârstel de baltă, Ciocîntors and Lebădă de iarnă.
In the grounds around the meadows Prepeliță and Cristel de câmp have been heard several times. During migration, geese and gulls rest in the wetlands and in the surrounding fields. Șoim călător is seen regularly. During the spring, gulls are seen. In summer, waders rest, mainly terns and Bătăuș but also marine species can be seen. During autumn, flocks of Nagâț and Ploier auriu rest.
Skarhult is a good place to see resting Lebădă mică. In winter time Acvilă de munte, Gârliță mare ,Gâscă cu cioc scurt are seen. Rare species such as Călifar roșu and Piciorong have been seen. Wild boar and foxes are often seen in the area.
Details
Access
Best experienced on foot or by bike. Parking by car can be done by the road just south of the church to go from there to the area via the embankment. There are smaller paths to get closer but be careful not to disturb the nesting birds.
Terrain and Habitat
Wetland , Mud flats , Agriculture , Scattered trees and bushes , GrasslandConditions
Open landscape , WetCircular trail
NoIs a telescope useful?
YesGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
Spring , WinterRoute
Unpaved road , Narrow trailDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
Bicycle , CarBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
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