Stevenston Beach
Facts and practical information
Stevenston Beach is a Local Nature Reserve, located between Stevenston and Saltcoats in Scotland. It is situated on the coast, west of the Stevenston Burn. The park covers an area of 12 ha, and consists mostly of sand dunes, with an area of coal mining spoil derived from Auchenharvie Colliery No. 5 pit which produced Ladyha' coal. It is ranked as the fifth most important sand dune system in Ayrshire. The dunes are also designated as a wildlife site by the Scottish Wildlife Trust. ()
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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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Meadow pipit
The meadow pipit is a delightful small bird native to various regions across the Palearctic. These birds breed from Greenland to Russia and as far south as France and Romania. True to their migratory nature, meadow pipits travel to southern Europe, North Africa,...
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Snow bunting
The snow bunting is a captivating bird, perfectly adapted to life in the Arctic. This passerine species is found throughout the northern hemisphere, with smaller populations residing in high-altitude regions outside the Arctic.
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Sanderling
The sanderling is an enchanting small wading bird, deriving its name from the Old English term "sand-yrðling" which translates to "sand-ploughman." These birds breed in the Arctic and migrate across various continents during the winter.
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Common linnet
The common linnet is a small songbird from the finch family with a particular preference for hemp and flax seeds, the latter of which are used to produce linen. Initially classified by Carl Linnaeus in 1758 as Acanthis cannabina, it was later reclassified to the genus...
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