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Description
The Weiherwald offers a great range of habitats (mixed alluvial woodland, shallow ponds, streams, ditches, meadows, gardens), all in a very small area and close to an urban environment. It is very accessible with paths for pedestrians and cyclists transecting the area. These paths have two benefits: they makes bird observations easy and also mean that the birds are not too shy. A circular walk of the location covers all the habitats mentioned above, with many variations and little detours possible.
There is a notable population of 20 or more Чирок-свистунок present here in winter (and well into spring).
The Weiherwald is great for observing and hearing Woodpeckers, with five species possible all year round: Средний пёстрый дятел , Большой пёстрый дятел and Зелёный дятел are common here and there is always a chance of Желна and Малый пёстрый дятел, especially in winter.
The shallow ponds and ditches attract Обыкновенный зимородок, which can be seen fishing or flying from one area of water to another. Горная трясогузка are sometimes present, foraging along the water's edges.
Small flocks of Ополовник often roam the area, along with Чиж, Обыкновенный дубонос and the occasional Белобровик in winter.
Late spring is a great time to listen to Иволга, Южный соловей and Пеночка-весничка. With a bit of luck Мухоловка-пеструшка can also be seen.
Other birds present all year round include Красноголовый королёк, Обыкновенный поползень, Короткопалая пищуха and Черноголовая гаичка.
In addition to the fantastic birdlife, the Weiherwald is also a hotspot for many (rare) amphibians and insects. No matter what time of year or day, there's always something to enjoy here!
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Access
There are two car parking possibilities close to the Weiherwald. Click on a P in the map to get directions.