Järveküla Nature Reserve
Facts and practical information
Järveküla Nature Reserve is a nature reserve founded in 1990, situated by Lake Vörtsjärv in southern Estonia near the village of Järveküla. The nature reserve has been established to protect the population of white-tailed eagles present in the area, and includes pine forest and patches of bog. ()
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Wildlife
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Barn swallow
The barn swallow is a bird that can be found all over the world, from Europe and Asia to Africa and the Americas. You can easily identify it by its striking blue upper feathers and deeply forked tail. Despite some declines in local populations, the barn swallow is not...
Birds
Eurasian tree sparrow
The Eurasian tree sparrow is a small passerine bird distinguished by its rich chestnut crown, black cheek patches, and white cheeks. This charming species breeds across the temperate regions of Eurasia and Southeast Asia and has even been introduced to the United...
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Common chaffinch
The common chaffinch, often referred to simply as the chaffinch, is a small bird within the finch family that presents a captivating appearance. Male chaffinches are particularly striking, featuring a blue-grey cap and rust-red underparts, while females exhibit a more...
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White wagtail
The white wagtail is an enchanting small bird from the Motacillidae family, commonly observed in Europe, Asia, and parts of North Africa. One of its subspecies, the pied wagtail, is particularly prevalent in Ireland and Great Britain.
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White-tailed eagle
The white-tailed eagle, a majestic bird of prey, roams across temperate regions of Eurasia. Part of the Accipitridae family, which includes hawks, kites, and harriers, this impressive eagle is scientifically known as Haliaeetus albicilla.
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