The Drowned Meadow, originally a storage and waiting basin for drinking water production and water nuisance, has evolved into a true bird paradise thanks to the Agency for Nature and Forest. A stone's throw from the city walls of Ypres, this area is a safe breeding place, foraging area, or resting spot for dozens of bird species.
Management is done in consultation with farmers. This way, the area is kept free of willow growth by the cattle and horses that graze there.
Forest ranger Erwin Verfaillie is waiting for you and is happy to explain how they achieved this.
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