Novaraistis Ornithological Reserve, Protected bird sanctuary in Kaunas District, Lithuania
The Novaraistis Ornithological Reserve spans over 800 hectares across three municipalities, featuring mixed woodlands, forests, raised bogs, rivers, and streams.
The area transformed from a peat extraction site in the 1960s into a protected reserve in 1988 following the blockage of the Novos stream.
The reserve serves as a research center where scientists study migration patterns and nesting behaviors of 33 European Union protected bird species.
Visitors can access a designated observation turret with parking facilities and obtain additional information at the Lekėčiai Forestry Information Center.
During autumn migrations, the reserve hosts approximately 2,000 cranes, representing 3% of the western Palearctic crane population.
Location: Kaunas District Municipality
Location: Šakiai District Municipality
Location: Kazlų Rūda municipality
GPS coordinates: 54.94611,23.41417
Latest update: September 25, 2025 07:40
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