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Wheatfen Broad - Ted Elis Trust

Norfolk  >  United Kingdom

A beautiful reedbed and wet woodland reserve thats rich in wildlife from the rare Swallowtail Butterfly, to the iconic kukavica.

Added* by Drew Lyness
Most recent update 17 februar 2022
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Description

This small but very special nature reserve offers birders the chance to see a wealth of reedbed specialists, as well as a brilliant variety of invertebrates including Swallowtail Butterfly and Norfolk Hawker Dragonfly.

In the winter, look out for Pegasta sova quartering the reedbed on cold, still evenings. The woodland holds močvirska sinica, kalin and other common garden birds. You will likely see rjavi lunj around the reserve too. In the spring, listen out for the iconic sounds of kukavica as well as a whole host of warblers including svilnica, bičja trstnica, srpična trstnica, kobiličar and severni kovaček.

In summer and autumn, you may encounter roaming flocks of brkata sinica in the reeds, while škrjančar will be hawking for dragonflies overhead. This is a very peaceful reserve, especially in early mornings and evenings, so is a fantastic place to get your dose of nature therapy.

Details

Access

There is a car park and a small visitor hut, where you can find out more about the reserve.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , River , Scattered trees and bushes , Reedbeds

Conditions

Flat , Wet

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

Spring , Summer

Best time to visit

Spring , Summer

Route

Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

Extra info

The paths can get very boggy in winter, and some may be closed off when water levels on the river are high.

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