Description
Bistraka is a small lake between the river Struma and the A3 motorway. Its a great place for bučiačik močiarny in the summer. Other birds you can observe include beluša malá, bocian čierny, bocian biely, chochlačka sivá, slávik obyčajný, kaňa močiarna rybárik riečny, včelárik zlatý, brehuľa hnedá, ďateľ hnedkavý and trsteniarik veľký. Seasonal migration brings flocks of swallows, wagtails, and warblers, while wintering ducks and geese use the area as resting grounds. The area has also seen rarities like chochlačka bielooká and sokol kobcovitý.
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Access
Bistraka lake is located south of the town of Blagoevgrad. It has easy access next to a road. Press P on the map for directions. You can make a 2,5 km circular walk around the lake and also walk to the dams in the Struma river.
