Doñana Marshes Migration
Wetland & Marsh
Birds
Intermediate
Spain — Doñana National Park
October to March
Overview
Europe's premier wintering site for hundreds of thousands of waterbirds.
Equipment
- Spotting scope
- Binoculars
- Warm layers
- Hide sheet
Safety Notes
- Access restricted in many areas — use official hides
- Mosquitoes present near marshes
Identification Tips
1
Flamingos concentrate in saltpans in winter
2
Spanish imperial eagle patrols marsh edges
3
Iberian lynx crosses paths at dawn near El Acebuche
Species Checklist
| Species | Likelihood | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Flamingo | common | Saltpans in large flocks |
| Spanish Imperial Eagle | uncommon | Soaring over marsh edges |
| Iberian Lynx | rare | Dawn near El Acebuche centre |
| Glossy Ibis | common | Shallow marshy areas |
| Marbled Teal | uncommon | Freshwater marshes |