Saline di Augusta, Nature reserve near Augusta, Italy.
The Saline di Augusta stretches across 232 hectares of saltpans with Phragmites and Salicornia vegetation thriving in the saline environment of eastern Sicily.
The salt production facilities in this area have operated since ancient times, providing economic support to local communities through salt harvesting and processing methods.
The reserve maintains traditional salt extraction practices while supporting research initiatives focused on protecting the diverse bird populations that inhabit these wetlands.
Visitors need to arrange guided tours in advance through LIPU, the Italian League for the Protection of Birds, which manages access to different sections of the reserve.
The reserve houses forty percent of all bird species recorded in Italy within its boundaries, making it an essential location for avian research and conservation.
Location: Augusta
Part of: Natura 2000
GPS coordinates: 37.24703,15.21315
Latest update: March 6, 2025 20:59
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