Descripción
In the 1990’s gravel was extracted from this area of farmland. When extraction was completed in 2000, it provided an opportunity to create new nature areas next to the River Thames. Now there is a mosaic of wetland habitats. Over 170 species of bird have been recorded. In winter you can see Estornino Pinto murmurations at Dix Pit, a mile south of Stanton Harcourt. A small flock of Pato Colorado also lives in the area. Winter wildfowl include Porrón Bastardo, Porrón Osculado, Ánade rabudo norteño and Jilguero Lúgano. Garcilla Bueyera, Garceta Grande, Aguilucho Lagunero Occidental and Alcotán Europeo sighted in July 2022 at Stanton Harcourt pit 60 (southernmost pit, nearest to the Thames).
Detalles
Accesso
Limited car parking at Standlake church and Post Office. Car Parks at Rushy Common, Tar Farm and Dix Pit. Click on a P in the map yo get directions to the parking of your choice.
Terreno y habitat
Humedal , Pradera , Árboles y arbustos dispersos , Río , Lago , Cañizos , AgriculturaCondiciones
Plano , Nivel del agua alto probableCamino circular
Sí¿Se necesita telescopio?
Puede ser útilBuena época para el avistamiento de aves
Todo el añoMejor momento para visitar
VeranoRuta
Camino pavimentado , Camino sin asfaltar , Camino ancho , Camino estrechoCamino difícil de andar
FácilAccesible vía
A pie , Coche , Barco , BicicletaEscondite de observación / plataforma
SíInformación extra
There are two bird hides at Standlake Common. Keys for these hides are available for purchase from the project office. For further information about how to obtain a key to access the bird hides contact: Lower Windrush Valley Project, Countryside Service, Signal Court, Old Station Way, Eynsham, Oxon OX29 4TL Tel: 01865 815426 Email: lwvp@oxfordshire.gov.uk.


