Vilamoura, just east of Albufeira, has the biggest reed beds in the Algarve. Two observatories in the area might allow us to observe species like Purple Heron, possibly also Black-crowned Night-Heron and maybe Squacco Heron. The Ferruginous Duck, a highly endangered Duck-species occurs here, as well as Great Red Warbler, Purple Swamphen, Cetti's Warbler, Kingfisher and the “Exotic” Black-headed Weaver. Marsh Harrier and Purple Heron breeds. Wintering birds includes Penduline Tit, Black-winged Kite and Booted Eagle. A sewerage-work in the area attracts large numbers of Gulls, but also Ducks and Grebes. Nearby, a coastal lagoon, called Foz do Almargem, allows good records of Red-crested Pochard, in winter, and some forest birds, since the place is surrounded by a dense pine tree area.

The reservation must be made with a minimum of 48H advance.

CATEGORY / TYPE: Guided

IDEAL FOR:

DURATION: Half day

DIFFICULTY: Very Easy

INCLUDES:

Expert guide with more than 20 years in birdwatching activities and bird studies in Portugal; optic equipment, namely 25-50x spotting scope.

MEETING POINT:

Loulé

WHAT TO BRING:

Comfortable clothes, walking shoes, wind coat, hat, sunscreen, binoculars and photo machine (optional)

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