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Talley Lakes

Wales  >  United Kingdom

Local nature reserve of 26 hectares with two lakes, possibly created by monks from the abbey.

Added* by Iain Crawford
Most recent update 12 April 2023
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Description

Wildfowl, grebes, waders, flycatchers and warblers breed or overwinter at Talley Lakes. Greater Scaup, Red-necked Grebe, Grasshopper Warbler and Ring-necked Duck all seen recently. There is a hide between the two lakes. The nearby river Cothi has White-throated Dipper and Grey Wagtail.

Details

Access

7 miles north of Llandeilo on B4302 Llanybyther/Lampeter road. Turn left in Talley village, park near Abbey. No public transport nearby.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Scattered trees and bushes , Wetland , Agriculture , Lake

Conditions

High water possible

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

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Top 5 birds

Bewick's Swan
1. Bewick's Swan
(Cygnus columbianus bewickii)
Common Goldeneye
2. Common Goldeneye
(Bucephala clangula)
Western Marsh Harrier
3. Western Marsh Harrier
(Circus aeruginosus)
Tawny Owl
4. Tawny Owl
(Strix aluco)
Common Kingfisher
5. Common Kingfisher
(Alcedo atthis)

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