Descrição
The area consists of 3 water bodies, Monk’s, Prior’s and Bec’s Lagoon. There are 3 hides and 4 screens to aid viewing of water fowl and wading birds. Goldcliff is almost always packed with waterfowl and waders throughout the year, especially during Autumn and Spring migration. Species such as Piadeira, Marrequinha-comum, Abibe-comum and Maçarico-real are here in large numbers throughout the Winter. Other nice birds that can be seen are Cisne-bravo, Pato-trombeteiro, Mergulhão-pequeno, Alfaiate, Pilrito-comum, Narceja-comum, Perna-verde-comum, Perna-vermelha-comum, Garça-branca-pequena, Íbis-preta, Tartaranhão-ruivo-dos-pauis, Coruja-do-nabal, falcão-peregrino, Rouxinol-bravo.
Detalhes
Acesso
Park just outside to the east of the village of Goldcliff. Take the path leading towards the coast, and cross the gate at the sign marked "Newport Wetlands National Nature Reserve". There are three hides (Greenshank, Curlew and Avocet) and several view points (Redshank, Lapwing, Snipe and Marsh).
Terreno e Habitat
Terras húmidas , LamaçaisCondições
PlanoCaminho circular
Nãoé útil um telescópio?
SimBoa temporada de observação de aves
Durante todo o anoRota
Caminho largoCaminho dificil
ExtenuanteAcessível por
PéAbrigo/plataforma deobservação de aves
SimInformação extra
Although access is relatively easy, the going can be tough when muddy underfoot (which is often the case). Wellies or sturdy boots recommended.

