Erlache, Nature reserve lake in Bensheim, Germany
The Erlache lake spans 7.7 hectares with a maximum depth of 17 meters, surrounded by alder forests, meadows, and reed beds at the water's edge.
During gravel extraction operations at Erlache, workers discovered numerous Ice Age fossils, including mammoth and steppe bison bones in the sediment layers.
The forest section of Erlache contains typical wetland plant species such as poplars and alders, creating an environment for local bird populations.
The nature reserve offers opportunities for bird watching, with species including red kites, black kites, orioles, gray woodpeckers, and green woodpeckers in their natural habitat.
A beaver colony established itself in 2017 near the lake, while Canadian geese have maintained a permanent population in the area since 1986.
Location: Bensheim
Part of: Naturschutzgebiet Erlache bei Bensheim
GPS coordinates: 49.65905,8.60320
Latest update: March 4, 2025 11:09
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