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Weiherwald

Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg  >  Germany

Easily accessible from the city of Karsruhe and a compact location with a great range of habitats and birds!

Added* by Sam S.
Most recent update 11 December 2021

Description

The Weiherwald offers a great range of habitats (mixed alluvial woodland, shallow ponds, streams, ditches, meadows, gardens), all in a very small area and close to an urban environment. It is very accessible with paths for pedestrians and cyclists transecting the area. These paths have two benefits: they makes bird observations easy and also mean that the birds are not too shy. A circular walk of the location covers all the habitats mentioned above, with many variations and little detours possible.

There is a notable population of 20 or more Common Teal present here in winter (and well into spring). The Weiherwald is great for observing and hearing Woodpeckers, with five species possible all year round: Middle Spotted Woodpecker , Great Spotted Woodpecker and Eurasian Green Woodpecker are common here and there is always a chance of Black Woodpecker and Lesser Spotted Woodpecker, especially in winter. The shallow ponds and ditches attract Common Kingfisher, which can be seen fishing or flying from one area of water to another. Grey Wagtail are sometimes present, foraging along the water's edges. Small flocks of Long-tailed Tit often roam the area, along with Eurasian Siskin and the occasional Hawfinch and Redwing in winter. Late spring is a great time to listen to Golden Oriole, Common Nightingale and Willow Warbler. With a bit of luck Pied Flycatcher can also be seen. Other birds present all year round include Firecrest, Eurasian Nuthatch, Short-toed Treecreeper and Marsh Tit.

In addition to the fantastic birdlife, the Weiherwald is also a hotspot for many (rare) amphibians and insects. No matter what time of year or day, there's always something to enjoy here!

Details

Access

There are two car parking possibilities close to the Weiherwald. Click on a P in the map to get directions.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Wetland , City/village

Conditions

Flat , High water possible

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Winter , Spring

Route

Paved road , Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Wheelchair

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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