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Lake Korission

Corfu  >  Greece

Large coastal lagoon in the south of the island of Corfu. Almost 130 species of birds have been recorded around the lagoon.

Added* by Brian Thearle
Most recent update 5 Eylül 2024

Description

Korission Lagoon is a coastal lagoon along the Ionian Sea, separated from the sea by Chalikouna Beach. The lake is 5.4 km long, 1 km wide and has a surface area of 427 hectares. In addition to many sand dunes which reach heights in excess of 15 metres, there are also small reed beds and groves of tamarisk. Korission Lagoon and the nearby coastal areas are protected because it is an important stop for migratory birds on their journey from Africa to Europe. At certain times of the year, over 2,000 birds seek refuge in the lake. Almost 130 species of birds have been recorded in the area, including Uzunbacak, Akça cılıbıt, Yelpaze Kuyruk, Flamingo, Maskeli Ötleğen, Kizil kirlangici, Kızıl Başlı Örümcekkuşu and Arıkuşu.

Details

Access

Korission Lagoon is located in the south of the island of Corfu near the village of Agios Mattheos. You can park on both sides of the lagoon. Press a P in the map for directions to a parking. From the parkings you can explore the southern part of the lagoon on foot.

Terrain and Habitat

Lake , Reedbeds , Wetland

Conditions

Open landscape , Sandy , No shadow

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring migration , Autumn migration

Route

Paved road , Wide path , Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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