Gray heron
In flight, hovering over the meadows, either immobile, posted waiting for a prey, the Gray Heron is one of the regulars of the place. It can be observed almost all year round. It feeds on pastures or on the edge of ponds, occasionally hunting frogs and field mice.
Observation: all year round
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White stork
Often attached to the image of Alsace, the Stork colonized other regions. Normandy is one of its privileged host lands. Several hundred couples nest there, including one in the marsh since 2012. This gave birth to three young in the same year, two of which were able to take flight to Spain. Parents will remain faithful to their place of reproduction.
Observation: April to July
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Bittern
The Bittern is more discreet than the Heron or the Stork. With its very mimetic plumage, it camouflages itself at the edge of the reed beds. This host is only passing through during winter. For the moment, the site does not have a reed bed large enough for it to nest! Funny feature: its melodious song resembles a cow's howling.
Observation: November to March
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Tree frog
A frog climbing trees? But yes, this also exists in Normandy. In fact the tree frog is not very rare but can be discreet. You can still enjoy his love songs while walking in the evening in spring on sweet nights, around the "stork plot". At this period the males meet in choir in order to increase the range of their song and thus attract the females of the surroundings.
Observation: April to October
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