Riserva naturale Macchia Foresta del Fiume Irminio, Regional nature reserve near Mediterranean coast, Ragusa, Italy.
The reserve spans 130 hectares along the Irminio River mouth, featuring Mediterranean scrub vegetation, sand dunes, and coastal cliffs overlooking the sea.
Ancient Greek settlers established a trading post called Maestro at the river mouth, which later served as a boundary between Camarina and Syracuse territories.
The reserve functions as a vital stopover for migratory birds traveling between Africa and Northern Europe, supporting various species including herons and kingfishers.
The natural area contains a visitor center with a small natural history museum and maintains designated zones for different levels of environmental protection.
The reserve houses the Fattoria delle Api, a Mediterranean center specialized in honey production from local thyme plants.
Location: Ragusa
Inception: 1985
GPS coordinates: 36.77890,14.59510
Latest update: December 12, 2025 08:29
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