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Diga Rubino

Sicilia  >  Italy

Artificial reservoir where it is possible to observe numerous species of ducks, waders and birds of prey.

Added* by Giuseppe Mirlocca
Most recent update 6 January 2022

Description

Diga Rubino is immersed in the Sicilian countryside. The water reservoir offers an excellent stopping point for migratory birds. Here, in addition to the common species, it is possible to observe Crested Lark, Osprey, Peregrine Falcon, Bonelli's Eagle, Red Kite, Hen Harrier, Woodchat Shrike etc.

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Italiano: Invaso artificiale dove è possibile osservare numerose specie di anatidi, limicoli e rapaci. L'area è immersa nella capagna siciliana, la riserva d'acqua offre un ottimo punto di sosta per gli uccellu migratori. Qui, oltre alle specie comuni, è possibile osservare, non di rado Crested Lark , Osprey , Peregrine Falcon , Bonelli's Eagle , Red Kite , Hen Harrier, Woodchat Shrike ecc.

Details

Access

During the summer season it is possible to travel around the lake mostly by car, while the winter season requires walking and wellingtons of waterproof boots for some areas.

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Italiano: Durante la stagione estiva è possibile percorrere il perimetro del lago per lo più in macchina, la stagione invernale invece richiede i gambali per alcune zone.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Lake , Agriculture , Reedbeds , Grassland , Scattered trees and bushes

Conditions

Flat , Open landscape , Wet

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring migration , Autumn migration , Spring , Winter

Route

Paved road , Unpaved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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