Description
The southern part of the dam of Mandra Reservoir near Burgas City, where the water from the reservoir flows into the brakish part of the wetland complex is very interesting for bird watching. The abundance of fish and other sources of food attract big numbers of birds of many species all year round. Birds are adapted to some extent to the human presence, which allows good views of some usually shy species. Dalmatian Pelican and Great White Pelican, Glossy Ibis, several species of herons and egrets, including Cattle Egret can be observed. In some years Collared Pratincole breed in the fields around and can provide very good view.
Details
Access
From the side of Burgas City you can take the road to Tvarditsa through Meden Rudnik Estate. Enough parking space exists in the area.
Terrain and Habitat
Wetland, Plain, Lake, Agriculture, Scattered trees and bushes, Reedbeds, City/villageConditions
Flat, HillyCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
YesGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
Summer, Autumn migration, Spring migration, WinterRoute
Paved roadDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
Foot, Bicycle, CarBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
You can turn to the nearby situated Poda Centre (see Poda Reserve birding site) for actual information and details about how to make your birding most successful.
Entering your records into the free mobile application SmartBirds Pro https://smartbirds.org/ you will help Nature conservation in Bulgaria.
Birdingplaces Near
Poda Reserve
Mouth of Izvorska River
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