Tiste Bauernmoor
Facts and practical information
The Tiste Bauernmoor is an area of raised bog on the Lüneburg Heath in north Germany that was designated as a nature reserve on 2 May 2002. It has an area of 570 hectares and belongs, together with the Ekelmoor, Avensermoor and Everstofer Moor, to the large Ekelmoor moorland region that has a total area of 1,220 hectares. ()
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Wildlife
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Peregrine falcon
The peregrine falcon, a member of the Falconidae family, is celebrated for its astonishing speed and hunting prowess. It can reach speeds exceeding 320 km/h (200 mph) during its iconic dive, known as a stoop, making it the fastest bird and animal on Earth.
Birds
Red kite
The red kite, a striking bird of prey belonging to the Accipitridae family, is commonly found in Europe and northwest Africa. First described by Carl Linnaeus in 1758, the red kite has two recognized subspecies, although one is likely extinct.
Birds
Western Osprey
The osprey, also known as the sea hawk, river hawk, or fish hawk, is a fascinating bird of prey found throughout the world. This diurnal raptor primarily feeds on fish and has developed several unique adaptations to enhance its ability to catch aquatic prey.
Birds
Merlin
The merlin, also known as the pigeon hawk, is a small yet formidable falcon found throughout the Northern Hemisphere, with various subspecies populating both North America and Eurasia. Renowned for their speed and hunting prowess, these birds primarily prey on small...
Birds
European nightjar
The European nightjar, also known as the common goatsucker or Eurasian nightjar, is a fascinating bird found across Europe, the Palearctic region, extending to Mongolia and Northwestern China. These birds are most active during twilight and nighttime, making them quite...
Birds
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