Avaste Nature Reserve
Facts and practical information
Avaste Nature Reserve is a nature reserve situated in western Estonia, to largest extent in Pärnu County. ()
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Wildlife
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Northern goshawk
The northern goshawk is a captivating bird of prey from the Accipitridae family, which also includes eagles, buzzards, and harriers. Scientifically named Accipiter gentilis, this "true hawk" was first described by Linnaeus in 1758.
Birds
Short-eared owl
The short-eared owl is a captivating bird belonging to the genus Asio. It earns its name from the tufts of feathers on its head that resemble ears, although these "ears" are not always visible unless the owl adopts a defensive posture.
Birds
Black stork
The black stork is a striking member of the stork family, Ciconiidae, known for its predominantly black feathers, white belly, red legs, and red beak. This sizable bird breeds across Europe and extends its range to the Pacific, migrating to Africa and Asia with the...
Birds
White-backed woodpecker
The white-backed woodpecker, belonging to the Dendrocopos genus, is a captivating bird found throughout Eurasia. First described by Johann Matthäus Bechstein in 1802 as Picus leucotos, its name reflects its distinctive "white-backed" appearance.
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