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Description
Just east of Uddevalla is the nature reserve Bäveån Nedre. Extensive industrial exploitation of the shale gravel resources during the 1960s has left behind two deep lakes, which are connected to the Bäveån river that flows through the area. Open fields are mixed with wetlands and marshes bordered by forested mountain ranges. Grazing livestock prevents overgrowth and preserves the open landscape. The area not only houses a rich breeding bird fauna, but it is also worth a visit during spring and autumn migration. The bird observation tower of Älje-Porsen is located on a perfect spot. Among the breeding birds in the area are Луговой чекан, Тростниковая овсянка, Лесной конёк, Обыкновенный жулан, Желна, Малый пёстрый дятел, Горная трясогузка, Бекас, Черныш and Обыкновенный зимородок. During migration many species of geese, ducks, waders, songbirds and birds of prey can turn up. Occasional guests that have been seen in the area are Чёрный аист, Степной лунь, Красный коршун, Чёрный коршун, Беркут, Коростель, Погоныш, Белозобый дрозд and Обыкновенная чечевица.
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Access
Drive east from Uddevalla on the city motorway, highway 44, towards Trollhättan. Take off at Ramserödsmotet towards Ängebacken-Groröd, now road 697. Turn left at the hilltop after Groröd's industrial area, signposted "Asfaltverk" (Asphalt plant). At the asphalt plant, continue on the small gravel road to the right, until the car park. The bird observation tower, which located in the area, can be reached by walking left at the large dam about 500 meters.