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Description
Although it hosts many great species, Anti-Taurus Mountains is a complex mountain range. So it is hard to find and observe the birds from reasonably distances. This route gives good opportunities for birders to drive through the inner parts of the mountain range and observe many species from the car. Many alpine species such as Cocoș de zăpadă caspic, Brumăriță caucaziană, Brumăriță de stâncă, Cinghiță alpină, Cinteză cu aripi purpurii and Cănăraș cu frunte roșie are potential species that you can observe on this route. Additionally, it is possible to see Acvilă de munte, Mierlă albastră, Fluturaș de stâncă, Potârniche de stâncă asiatică, Țiclean de stâncă and Ciocârlie urecheată.
Details
Access
This route is only accessible with a private car.
Terrain and Habitat
Mountain , Canyon/cliff , Scattered trees and bushesConditions
Mountainous , Rocky , Dry , No shadowCircular trail
NoIs a telescope useful?
YesGood birding season
Spring , SummerBest time to visit
Spring , Spring migration , SummerRoute
Unpaved roadDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
CarBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
Firstly, snow is very common until the beginning of June in the area. It is better to be careful during heavy snow. Secure your car for any potential malfunctions, because there is no human settlement in 20 km distance. Secondly, never leave the road and never try to climb even to lowest hills. The rocks on the slopes are not stable and could cause serious injuries or worse. The road was originally created for a mine which is still active at the end of the road. For any possible emergencies, they have first aid materials & initial medical assistance.
Tips to observe the species;
1. Cocoș de zăpadă caspic is relatively common in the region and easy to hear its call. However, it is very hard spot its location. It is better spare good amount of time to scan the slopes with telescope and be patient.
2. Fluturaș de stâncă is another possible species on the route, especially on the cliffs around the mine.
3. Most of passerines such as Cinteză cu aripi purpurii and Cănăraș cu frunte roșie hang out around the salt piles near the mine.
4. There are many wild goats you can encounter in the area.