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Marjal dels Moros

Valencia  >  Spain

An extraordinarily valuable wetland located between the towns of Puçol and Sagunto, and an important area for waterbirds in the province of Valencia.

Added* by Vicent puchol
Most recent update 27 October 2020

Description

Despite its small size La Marjal dels Moros is home to some large bird populations of several species, including seriously endangered species. One of the highlights in springtime are the flocks of different types of wading birds that come here to breed, including colonies of Common Tern, Little Tern, Collared Pratincole, Whiskered Tern and Black-winged Stilt. There is also a large breeding population of Red-crested Pochard, which is increasingly rare in Valencia. The Marbled Teal is another endangered species that breeds here, and the Marjal marks its northernmost location in Europe. In wintertime you can see large flocks of Little Egret and Northern Shoveler, as well as spectacular gatherings of Great Cormorant, and it is not uncommon to see Greater Flamingo, Great Egret or Glossy Ibis. Other nice birds you can see include Western Marsh Harrier, Little Grebe, Eurasian Moorhen, Purple Swamphen and Common Kingfisher.

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Espagnol: A pesar de su pequeño tamaño, La Marjal dels Moros alberga grandes poblaciones de aves de varias especies, incluidas especies en grave peligro de extinción. Es un humedal con varios miradores de observación. Es un espacio protegido ZEPA.

Details

Access

There is a 6 km walking trail around the wetland. There are many bird hides along the route. Click on the P in the map to get directions.

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Espagnol: Hay una ruta de circunvalación de todo el humedal, es aconsejable hacerlo a pié.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland

Conditions

Flat , Wet

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

Spring , Summer

Best time to visit

Summer , Spring

Route

Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

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