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Madaros - Kalloni

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Just north of Kalloni, a great spot for typical inland species, like Kaya sıvacısı and Kızıl Kirazkuşu, can be found.

Added* by Bas Engels
Most recent update 27 Ekim 2023

Description

Just north of Kalloni, the rocky area of Madaros can be found. This is a great spot to find some typical inland species that inhabit rocky outcrops, dry valleys and scrubby hillsides. The best part of the area is when the track leads up the hill. This track provides a great view over the surrounding valleys and the adjacent scrubs and foliage is great for many typical inland species, like Akgözlü ötleğen, Bıyıklı Ötleğen and (during migration) many species of migrating songbird, like Çizgili ötleğen. With a bit of luck, you can find Çalı Bülbülü here too.

The rocky outcrops in the area are great for species like Kaya sıvacısı, Kızıl Kirazkuşu and Kara Kulaklı Kuyrukkakan. Checking the valley from off the track, you might have a chance to see (small flocks of) Kınalı keklik.

Some parts of the track also provide a view over the riverbed of Tsiknias River, so species like Angit, herons and egrets can be seen too.

Details

Access

The area can be accessed by a dirt road that leads you from Kalloni towards the parking spot (see map). It's best to walk the track up and down to see as many birds as possible.

Terrain and Habitat

Scattered trees and bushes , Valley , Mountain , Canyon/cliff , River

Conditions

Hilly , Rocky , Mountainous , Dry , Open landscape , No shadow

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

Spring , Autumn , Summer

Best time to visit

Spring migration , Autumn migration

Route

Unpaved road , Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Strenuous

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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