Beschrijving
Bughdasheni Lake is a relatively small lake south of the village of Gorelovka at the mouth of the Zagranichnaia River. Like the other lakes in the Javakheti region, the lake is located on a plateau. The lake is situated at an elevation of approximately 2,000 meters, resulting in a vast and sparsely vegetated landscape. Extensive agriculture is practiced around the lake.
In spring several water birds can be expected such as: Armeense Meeuw, Roze Pelikaan, Kroeskoppelikaan, Zwarte Ibis, Kraanvogel, Roodhalsfuut, Geoorde Fuut and Purperreiger. There is also an island where Kwak and a breeding colony of Aalscholver are present. In addition, several Kauw (soemmerringii) are present on dung heaps near the village of Gorelovka. The Ooievaar is well represented in the area around the lake as a breeding bird. In spring there is a chance of seeing Balkankwikstaart, Citroenkwikstaart and Roodkeelpieper directly around the lake. The plains surrounding the lake are full of Grauwe Gors en Veldleeuwerik.
Details
Toegang
Bughdasheni Lake is located 175 km southwest of Tblisi. The lake can be reached from Ninotsminda by driving the paved road (E691) to Gorelovka. In Gorelovka, turn right onto a dirt road that crosses a river. This road is in poor condition, and you should drive all the way to the end until you see a birdwatching hut on the right. Press P on the map for directions.
Terrein en leefgebied
Wetland , Vlakte , Grasland/weide , HoogvlakteOmstandigheden
Vlak , Hoog water mogelijk , Open landschapRondlopende wandeling mogelijk?
NeeTelescoop meenemen?
Kan handig zijnWanneer hier vogels kijken?
Lente , Zomer , HerfstToptijd voor dit gebied
VoorjaarstrekRoute
Onverharde wegZwaarte wandeling
GemakkelijkToegankelijk via
Auto , Te voetVogelkijkhut aanwezig?
JaExtra info
Be aware of meltwater from the Javakheti Plateau. This may make the road to the bird hide (temporarily) inaccessible. A 4x4 vehicle can be helpful.


