Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary in Saint-Louis, Senegal
The Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary lies on the southeast bank of the Senegal River in Senegal, in northern Biffeche, north east of St-Louis.
It provides a range of wetland habitats which prove very popular with migrating birds, many of which have just crossed the Sahara. Of almost 400 species of birds, the most visible are pelicans and flamingos. Less conspicuous are the aquatic warblers migrating here from Europe; for these, the park is the single most important wintering site yet discovered. A wide range of wildlife also inhabits the park, which is designated a World Heritage Site. The site was added to the list of World Heritage in Danger in 2000 due to the introduction of the invasive giant salvinia plant, which threatens to choke out the park's native vegetation. However it was removed from the list in 2006.
When it comes to viewing wildlife in Senegal, the first place you should consider is Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary that’s located on the Senegal River Delta. The sanctuary is on the northern tip of the country and is nestled in Oiseaux de Djoudj National Park that’s five hours and a half north of Dakar by car. Despite being pretty far away from anything, people routinely make the drive to see this under-the-radar land. And there’s a good reason for it. At 160 kilometers wide and surrounded by water, Djoudj is a wetland oasis for wildlife, drawing million of birds to the area and making it a mind-blowing destination to see them. There are approximately 400 species of birds documented in this unique sanctuary. In fact, it was labeled as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981 primarily because of its residents.
Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary is mainly populated by pelicans and flamingos that stay buoyant and stagnant on the water. In the winter, an additional 1.5 million birds migrate to the area to stay warm and take advantage of the abundant food supply in the spring, bringing the number of birds in the sanctuary up to around 3 million. The birds usually fly in from Europe to escape the cold. Other lesser known birds that are found at the site include the purple heron (known for its striking purple wings), African spoonbill (with beaks in the shape of utensils) and the long necked great egret. But the birds aren’t the only living things to keep an eye out for in this park. Warthogs are known to graze alongside the birds and tourists have reported seeing crocodiles lounging lazily on the riverbank in full view. Free roaming African cows with towering horns and gazelles sometimes venture to the water. However, look harder into the water and you might spot African manatees that are known to inhabit the water.
When planning your visit to the park, keep in mind that winter means the water will be jam packed with birds and draws more wildlife like the manatees and warthogs. However, there’s still plenty to see in the off-season, too. It’s true that the early bird get the worm, so arrive early in the morning just after sunrise to see the winged creatures getting active and searching for breakfast. If you come in later in the day, you’ll see less of the birds as they retire to their hiding spot after a successful morning of hunting for food. There are several bird watching towers and observatory decks to take advantage of during your visit. This will give you a bird’s-eye view of the area and allow you to quietly observe its natural surroundings. Or rent a pirogue for an idyllic journey with a tour guide who can show you all the hot spots and dwellings.
Once you arrive, take your time to immerse yourself in a scenery that was almost driven to waste by an invasive plant species, the giant salvinia. In 2000, the park was added to the list of “World Heritage in Danger” since the plants that floated on water were killing off its native plants, cutting off natural resources for the birds and mammals. Since then, there has been concentrated efforts to rid the plants which was successfully defeated in 2006.
Since the sanctuary is quite far from most major tourist cities, staying overnight in nearby Saint Louis is recommended. Luxury hotels like Lampsar Lodge, Hotel Mermoz, La Maison Rose and Hotel de la Poste are among the list of suggested places to book. Guests particularly enjoy Saint Louis’ convenient location to the ocean and its restaurants that are accustomed to tourists.
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Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary- Senegal
Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary, Senegal
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Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary(Senegal)
World Nature Heritage(世界自然遺産), Senegal(セネガル), 1981
Pelican & cormoran paradise in Djoudj National Park, Senegal
A big gathering of mainly pelicans and cormorans in Djoudj National Park, close to St. Louis, Senegal
Djoudj Bird Sanctuary
Third largest bird sanctuary in the world, on the border between Senegal and Mauritania. Djoudj has the first permanent water south of the Sahara so is a favorite stopping point for migratory birds from Europe. Djoudj is a World Heritage site.
We were there in December, 2013, while the pelicans are nesting. A huge colony of juveniles was being cared for by their parents, who numbered in the thousands. It was like a ballet, with pelicans and cormorants flying around us.
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300만 마리,300여 종류의 새들이 서식하는 '쥬쥬 국립공원'은 세계에서 세 번째로 조류 서식지다. 유네스코에서 '세계 문화유산'으로 지정한 이곳은 매년 11월에서 4월까지, 수백만 마리의 새들이 날아와 장관을 이룬다. 그중에 최고의 진객은 펠리컨 이다. 펠리컨의 장관을 보려면 배를 타고 30분쯤 나가야 한다. 펠리컨은 사다새목의 사다새과에 속하는 좀 독특한 새다. 사대새의 가장 큰 특징 중의 하나는 긴 부리와 마음대로 움직일 수 있는 목주머니다. 펠리컨은 목주머니를 그물처럼 이용해 물속에서 고기를 잡는다. 펠리컨의 새끼는 까만색이다. 자라면서 점점 하얀 색깔을 띤다고 한다. 펠리컨 구경을 마치고 덤으로 보여줄게 있다며 데려간 곳엔 악어가 있었다. 바로 눈앞에서 야생 악어를 볼 수 있다니~신기했다. 특별히 이곳엔 뱀이 많다. 아나콘다를 비롯해 비단 구렁이와 같은 다양한 종류의 뱀들을 볼 수 있다고 한다.
[English: Google Translator]
3 million, 300 kinds of birds that inhabit 'jyujyu National Park has become the world's third-bird formatting. It is designated as 'World Heritage' by UNESCO in November to April each year, millions of birds flew with the minister this form. Among them is the best jingaek the Pelican. For the Minister of Pelican boat must go 30 minutes. Pelican is a unique little birds belonging to sadasaegwa of pelecaniformes. One of the biggest features of the new four neck pocket is able to move freely with a long beak. Pelican catches a fish in the water with a neck like a net pocket. Pelican chicks are kkamansaek. Growing up and getting it ttinda the white color. After saying something to show to the bonus was watching the pelicans I goten a crocodile took. Being able to immediately see wild alligators in the front was amazing ~. Particularly where there are many snakes yen. And you can see a variety of constrictor snakes, such as silks, including the anaconda.
[French: Google Translator]
3 millions, 300 espèces d'oiseaux qui peuplent 'jyujyu parc national est devenu le formatage de troisième oiseau du monde. Il est désigné comme «patrimoine mondial» par l'UNESCO en Novembre à Avril de chaque année, des millions d'oiseaux ont volé avec le ministre ce formulaire. Parmi eux est le meilleur jingaek le Pélican. Pour le ministre de Pelican bateau doit passer 30 minutes. Pelican est un peu oiseaux uniques appartenant à sadasaegwa de Pelecaniformes. Une des plus grandes caractéristiques de la nouvelle poche de cou quatre est capable de se déplacer librement avec un long bec. Pelican attrape un poisson dans l'eau avec un cou comme une poche filet. Poussins Pelican sont kkamansaek. Grandir et de le faire ttinda la couleur blanche. Après avoir dit quelque chose à montrer à la prime a été de regarder les pélicans, je Goten un crocodile a pris. Être capable de voir immédiatement les alligators sauvages à l'avant était incroyable ~. En particulier là où il ya beaucoup de serpents yen. Et vous pouvez voir une variété de serpents constricteurs, tels que les soies, y compris l'anaconda.
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Les oiseaux du Parc National de Djoudj Saint- Louis SENEGAL
Le parc national des oiseaux du Djoudj est situé à une soixantaine de kilomètres au nord de Saint-Louis du Sénégal. Paradis des oiseaux migrateurs, le parc est la troisième réserve ornithologique du monde.
Le Djoudj est un site exceptionnel qui s'étend sur 16 000 hectares dans le delta du Sénégal. Cette cuvette est l'une des rares contrées vertes du Sahel.
Le nombre d'oiseaux migrateurs est estimé à quelque trois millions, répartis en 350 espèces, en particulier le flamant rose, le pélican blanc, des aigrettes, l'oie de Gambie et le héron cendré.
Un moment si magique ! Nous avons vécu un rêve les yeux grands-ouverts !
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Djoudj National Bird Santuary
Vor kurzem war ich auf Erkundungsreise im Senegal. Ich besuchte mitunter das Djoudj National Birds Santuary. Hier sind meine Eindrück. Ich wünsche viel Spass.
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Parc National du DJOUDJ
Le parc National du DJOUDJ ouvre ses portes, aujourd’hui. Depuis plus d’une semaine, les « écogardes » en synergie avec les éléments de la direction de ce joyeux environnemental, sont à pied d’œuvre pour permettre aux visiteurs de capter convenablement toute la splendeur de ce site unique. Au DJOUDJ, le ballet chorégraphique des pélicans et des autres espèces d’oiseaux est une scène à la beauté infinie. La ballade des phacochères, la plongée des caïmans, vue à bord de ses belles pirogues, sont strictement à voir. NDARINFO vous donne un avant goût de ce spectacle onirique.
Pelican flight over Djoudj National Park, Senegal
A group of pelicans flying around in Djoudj National Park, close to St. Louis, Senegal
Parc des Oiseaux du Djoudj (Nord du Sénégal)
Un voyage au sein du Parc du Djoudj pour voir ses pélicans, ses grues ses flamands roses et aussi des phacochères et des caïmans
Senegal - Park narodowy Oiseaux du Djoudj
Park Narodowy Oiseaux du Djoudj w północno-zachodnim Senegalu, usytuowany w zakolu rzeki Senegal, niedaleko granicy z Mauretanią, założony w 1971 roku. Od 1981 roku wpisany jest na listę światowego dziedzictwa UNESCO.
Rejs pirogą po rzece Senegal, tysiące ptaków!
Wyjazd z biurem Rainbow.
A cruise on a pirogue on the River Senegal, thousands of birds on the little island in the middle of the river.
Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary.
Bienvenue l'Embarcadere du Djoudj - Senegal
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Djoudj Senegal birds park
Senegal main birds park located in the Delta of the Senegal river and is home to various migrants birds.From September to May an estimated three millions birds pass through,including garganey,shoveler,ruff,pintail,egrets,herons,gulls mocking,lapwings,black tailed godwit,caspian terns.Thousands of pelicans nest in this park regularly,as well as flamingo,white faced tree dock,spur-winged goose,purple herons,night heron,spoonbill,African darter,cormorant,sudan bustard...
Created in 1971 the Djoudj park that covers an area of 16,000ha is now listed by UNESCO among the world heritage sites since 1981.
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PARC NATIONAL DU DJOUDJ : une perle écologique menacée
Troisième réserve ornithologique du monde, le parc National du Djoudj (PNOD) fascine avec son écosystème scintillant et sa riche biodiversité. D’une superficie de 16 000 hectares, 363 espèces d’oiseaux y sont recensées. Phacochères, chacals, Gazelles dorcas, Singes rouges, vivent dans ce sanctuaire écologique situé à une soixantaine de kilomètres au nord de Saint-Louis. Ultime repaire pour les espèces végétales et animales menacées de disparition dans le Delta, le Djoudj est le site d’hivernage de près de trois millions d’oiseaux migrateurs d’Europe et d’Afrique. Il est le lieu reproduction du Pélican blanc, du Pélican gris, du héron pourpré, de la grue couronnée, de l’échasse blanche, de l’Ibis Tantale et de l’Oie d’Égypte. On y retrouve 121 espèces végétales et 92 espèces de poissons de 26 familles et plusieurs espèces de reptiles, dont le Crocodile du Nil, le python, le varan du Nil, le varan des sables, etc. Aujourd’hui, de profondes mutations économiques, sociales et environnementales menacent cette précieuse biodiversité. Les importantes modifications du régime du fleuve Sénégal, le développement de l’agriculture irriguée sur les deux rives et l’envahissement de la fougère aquatique, suscitent de grandes inquiétudes. Ndarinfo, le portail de Saint-Louis, vous invite à un voyage au cœur du Classé du PNOD créé en 1971 et classé depuis 1981 au Patrimoine mondial par l’UNESCO. Film réalisé par Cheikh Saad Bou SEYE (+221774179601/cheikh@ndarinfo.com)