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Description
The area gets all the soaring birds that pass the Borporus near Istanbul, including those from the Turkish mainland as well as a part of the birds that pass via Geogia and the east coast of the Black Sea. Greater Spotted Eagle and Imperial Eagle are much more common here than around Istanbul. The pine forests at the pass contain Turkish forest species like Krüper's Nuthatch as well as many passerine migrants.
Details
Access
The pass itself contains a major road, so getting there is easy.
For birdwatching you have to take a side road or a dirt road into open forest. E.g. the road to Güzelyayla.
Terrain and Habitat
Forest , Mountain , City/villageConditions
Mountainous , HillyCircular trail
NoIs a telescope useful?
YesBest time to visit
Autumn migrationRoute
Paved road , Unpaved roadDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
Foot , CarBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
The road to Güzelyayla is very good for migrating raptors, but unfortunately there are few sites with some view. Stop at any place with a view and keep an eye on the skye, as well as in bushes around the road.