Mida Creek

-3.32586 , 39.96562

Kenya

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The introductory text should contain general information about the site, which may include for instance:
• geographic/ biogeographic location
• habitat and vegetation
• typical bird species/bird communities
• protection status
• land use and history
• importance for birdwatching

Coordinates were changed by Raphaël Nussbaumer : -3.3259/39.9656 (2023-09-28 10:06:31 )

Coordinates were set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) : -3.3596/39.9656 (2020-11-29 21:14:00 )

Site name was set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) as "Mida Creek" (2020-11-29 21:14:00 )

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  • Top species

List up to ca. 25 species that:
• have a limited distribution range and/or are rare on a global level
• are most sought-after by birdwatchers at this site
• and are relatively easy to see at this site (year-round or seasonally)

Tibetan Sand-Plover (Anarhynchus atrifrons)
Greater Sand-Plover (Anarhynchus leschenaultii)
Crab-Plover (Dromas ardeola)

Greater Sand-Plover (Anarhynchus leschenaultii) was added by Raphaël Nussbaumer (2023-09-28 10:17:25)

Tibetan Sand-Plover (Anarhynchus atrifrons) was added by Raphaël Nussbaumer (2023-09-28 10:17:07)

Crab-Plover (Dromas ardeola) was added by Raphaël Nussbaumer (2023-09-28 10:14:51)

  • Timing and strategy

Timing is really essential to see high number of waders. You'll need to be there at least 1 hour before high tide. 

The best tide are the 2.4-2.6m if I remember correctly. Tide higher will make all bird roost on the beach and lower tide does not concentrate them well. 

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• best time of the day
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• recommended routes / areas within the site
• guiding

Edited by Raphaël Nussbaumer on 2023-09-28 10:14
Timing is really essential to see high number of waders. You'll need to be there at least 1 hour before high tide.  The best tide are the 2.4-2.6m if I remember correctly. Tide higher will make all bird roost on the beach and lower tide does not concentrate them well. 
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  • Other attractions

Take a canoe trip during high tide to get closer view of bird roosting in the mangrove. 

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• wildlife (apart from birds)
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• activities (e.g. for non-birding companions)

Edited by Raphaël Nussbaumer on 2023-09-28 10:15
Take a canoe trip during high tide to get closer view of bird roosting in the mangrove. 

Food and drinks at the visitor center.

There is always a few local guide waiting for tourist. Some more knowlegdeble than others! 

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or near this site, including:
• information centers / information points
• catering
• accommodation
• hides and watchtowers
• restrooms / toilets

Edited by Raphaël Nussbaumer on 2023-09-28 10:16
Food and drinks at the visitor centercenter. There is always a few local guide waiting for tourist. Some more knowlegdeble than others! 
Edited by Raphaël Nussbaumer on 2023-09-28 10:16
Food and drinks at the visitor center

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instance, these may include:
• offenses like robbery or theft
• natural hazards
• dangerous or annoying animals or plants (mosquitoes, leaches, thorn bushes, etc.)
• noise pollution

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