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Water of Leith

Scotland  >  United Kingdom

A nice walk for those in the area of Dean Village. A variety of birds can be found here, including Pescăraș albastru, Pescărel negru and Stârc cenușiu.

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Most recent update 4 februarie 2025
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Description

The birds found along the river Water of Leith in Dean Village are year round, including some interesting finds like Pescăraș albastru, Stârc cenușiu, Pescărel negru, Ferestraș mare and the occasional river otter. Small birds include Mugurar, Pițigoi de brădet, and Cojoaică de pădure. All these birds are found year around, along with more commonly found birds like Coțofană, Porumbel gulerat, Ochiuboului, and Măcăleandru. Rarer finds include Florinte farther up stream from Dean Village.

Details

Access

Dean Village is a historic village located in Edinburgh and situated along the Water of Leith. Parking is difficult to find around Edinburgh. It is best to use public transit to access this walk. There are various roads that cross the Water of Leith, making it easy to take a bus back into town. The walking route indicated on the map is about 5 km one way.

Terrain and Habitat

River , City/village , Scattered trees and bushes

Conditions

Flat , Wet

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Route

Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

Extra info

Dean Village is only a part of the Water of Leith walk. The path itself begins farther down stream, and can go past Balerno for the more adventurous birders.

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