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Kobuleti Managed Reserve

Ajara  >  Georgia

Reserve that was established to preserve the unique Ispani mires and surrounding wetland ecosystems.

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Most recent update 2 oktober 2024

Description

Kobuleti Managed Reserve is a protected area close to the Black Sea coast. The reserve is located on left and right banks of Shavi Ghele (black creek) river and has unique Ispani mires (sphagnum peatlands). In some places the bog in the area is composed of a single peat layer with thickness from 5 m up to 9 m. The reserve is an important habitat for migratory, nesting and wintering waterfowl species. Good area to spot rjavi srakoper, repaljščica, pogorelček, prosnik, smrdokavra and mala bela caplja. Also a chance on črnočeli srakoper, Siberian Stonechat, rjava čaplja and different species of harriers and wheatears.

Details

Access

Kobuleti Managed Reserve is just inland of the Black Sea coast, 30 km north of Batumi. The reserve is located in the northern part of the town Kobuleti. Press P on the map for directions. You can explore the area by walking the paths and wooden boardwalks that run through the area. A circular walk is about 2 km.

Terrain and Habitat

Scattered trees and bushes , Moors/heathland , Wetland , River , Reedbeds

Conditions

Wet , Open landscape

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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