Birds at the Tankumsee

The bird life at Lake Tankumsee is species-rich and fascinating. Here we introduce you to the birds and their habitat.

Lake Tankumsee was created in 1976 during the construction of the Elbe-Seitenkanal. Today, Lake Tankumsee is a popular swimming lake. The Tankumsee adventure world is a popular destination for sports enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility alike at any time of the year.

The lake is located in the Aller Urstromtal on the edge of the Barnbruchswiesen and Ilkerbruch nature reserves. Therefore, Lake Tankumsee is a habitat for many birds.

Birds are among the most popular wild animals.

The bird world at Lake Tankumsee is species-rich and fascinating. Here you can find songbirds, forest birds, water birds, birds of prey, and migratory birds.

Many birds belong to native bird species such as tits, chaffinches, jays, and woodpeckers. Others are only guests with us for part of the year, such as storks, cranes, and wild geese. Some live at or on the water, like ducks, swans, and grebes, while others live high up in the trees, like magpies, crows, and some species of owls.

The ornithological trail leads around Lake Tankumsee. Numerous information boards along the way invite you to get to know the bird life at Lake Tankumsee. It's worth taking the time to listen and observe carefully! Watching birds requires patience.

For more information on the hiking trail.