Хухрянский заказник, Hydrological reserve in Okhtyrka district, Ukraine
Khukhryansky Reserve is a protected natural area in the Sumy region that encompasses wet meadows, lakes, and a network of waterways. The landscape provides habitat for various bird species, including grey herons, purple herons, and white egrets that breed and rest here.
The reserve was established in 1980 to preserve water resources and natural habitats in the region. This action was part of a broader effort to protect important wetlands and bird habitats in Soviet Ukraine.
This place serves as an important refuge for birdwatchers and nature lovers seeking to observe breeding and resting sites for various species. The area is actively monitored today by local conservationists and biologists working to protect habitats for waterbirds.
The easiest access to the reserve runs through the nearby village of Khukhra, from where visitors can explore the area on foot. Spring and summer are the best times to visit when most bird species are actively breeding and can be observed.
The area is known for its large concentration of grey heron breeding colonies comprising dozens of pairs that return here regularly. This bird concentration makes the reserve an important research site for ornithologists studying breeding behavior and population dynamics.
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