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Descrizione
Rouelbeau can be conveniently visited after a trip to the nearby Marais de Sionnet (also described on Birdingplaces). Both sites are results of the Seymaz River renaturation projects carried out in the 2000s. Unlike the Marais de Sionnet, Rouelbeau lacks the floodplains suitable for waders. Among the 175 species recorded here, regular visitors and residents of the reedbeds include Tarabuso and Tarabusino, along with other notable species.
Once a marsh, Rouelbeau is now a 410-meter-long but only a few dozen meters wide pond surrounded by reeds. It can be observed from one of its narrow ends. While the pond and reedbeds are interesting year-round, the surrounding fields are especially rich in surprises during migration periods.
Focusing on the pond area, winter offers good chances of seeing Fistione turco and Mestolone, with Fischione and Codone becoming rarer in recent years. Marzaiola can be observed from spring to autumn, and Smergo maggiore is present year-round. The pond also attracts some escapees, with records of Anatra mandarina, Anatra sposa, Netta peposaca, and Anas bahamensis.
The reedbeds are dominated by Gallinella d'acqua, Cannaiola, and Airone cenerino. Among them, other species like Martin pescatore, Porciglione, and Tuffetto, which are present year-round, and Cannareccione, which breeds here, may be encountered. During migration, Pendolino, Forapaglie comune, Nitticora, and Airone rosso can be seen. Tarabusino breeds here in spring and summer, while Tarabuso visits only in winter, accompanied by Falco di palude and Airone bianco maggiore.
In the marginal areas, waders such as Corriere piccolo and Totano moro were more common in the past. Today, Piro piro culbianco, Beccaccino, and Pavoncella are occasional guests during migration, with the latter two sometimes staying into the winter months.
From April to May, the surrounding fields and hedges are worth exploring for Stiaccino, Colombella, Fagiano comune, Usignolo, Averla piccola, Canapino comune, and Pispola. The likelihood of spotting a rarer pipit or breeding bird here may be greater than within Rouelbeau itself. The notable rarities recorded, including Sgarza ciuffetto, Piovanello comune, and Cavaliere d'Italia, date back to the early 2000s.
Dettagli
Accesso
Rouelbeau can be reached on foot from the Marais de Sionnet (1) in about 15 minutes. During migration, it’s worth checking the surrounding fields and hedges on the way for pipits, buntings, and various warblers. If you want to start at Rouelbeau itself, the nearest bus stops are Carre d’Amont or Meinier, Pralys. For those arriving by car, parking is available at the nearby sports center (Press P on the map for directions). However, the best way to explore the area is by bike.
Unfortunately, the site itself can only be observed from one location (2), with most waterbirds usually gathering at the far end (3). Bringing a scope and a bit of patience is highly recommended!
Terreno e habitat
Alberi e cespugli sparsi , Prateria/pascolo , Pianura , Canneti , Terreni coltivati , StagnoCaratteristiche dell’area
Terreno pianoPercorso ad anello
NoÈ utile un cannocchiale?
SiBuona stagione per il BW
Tutto l'annoMiglior periodo per visitare
Migrazione primaverile , Inverno , Migrazione autunnalePercorso
Sentiero ampioGrado di difficoltà del percorso a piedi
FacileModalità di accesso
A piedi , BiciclettaCapanno/torretta di osservazione
NoLink
- Excellent description by Alexandre Meisser (French)
- Bar-chart on E-Bird
- Description of the renaturation efforts by the community (French, pdf)