Descrizione
Despite the unofficial birding status, the "main pit", in particular, has attracted interesting species and there is an active support group for the site. Development of an adjacent field is likely to affect the site and, in particular, disrupt the last remaining Passera mattugia colony in the region. The nearby fishing lakes offer a different range of species.
Dettagli
Accesso
Near the North Orbital Road, drive to the end of Church Lane and park in the lane to the right of the waterworks. Walk to the pits.
Terreno e habitat
Zona umida , Lago , Velme , Prateria/pascolo , Canneti , Alberi e cespugli sparsi , ForestaCaratteristiche dell’area
Collinoso , Paesaggio aperto , PaludosoPercorso ad anello
SiÈ utile un cannocchiale?
SiPercorso
Sentiero ampio , Sentiero strettoGrado di difficoltà del percorso a piedi
Difficoltà mediaModalità di accesso
A piediCapanno/torretta di osservazione
SiInformazioni aggiuntive
A former hide has become unusable thru undergrowth and growing woodland blocking the view. Refer to Herts County Council's rights of way map for additional access information.
Proposals for extensive housing development on an adjacent field are under discussion. If approved, it would have a severe impact on the sole remaining colony of Passera mattugia in Hertfordshire.
