The Red-breasted Goose (Branta ruficollis) The red-breasted goose (Branta ruficollis) is one of the most strikingly colored geese in the […]
The Red-breasted Goose (Branta ruficollis) The red-breasted goose (Branta ruficollis) is one of the most strikingly colored geese in the […]
The Grey Partridge (Perdix perdix) The Grey Partridge (Perdix perdix) is a charming and elusive bird, often overlooked in the […]
Black-necked Grebe (Podiceps nigricollis) Overview The Black-necked Grebe (Podiceps nigricollis) is a small, migratory aquatic bird, known for its striking […]
Little Grebe (Tachybaptus ruficollis) Overview The Little Grebe (Tachybaptus ruficollis) is the smallest grebe species in Europe, known for its […]
Red-necked Grebe (Podiceps grisegena) Overview The Red-necked Grebe (Podiceps grisegena) is a migratory aquatic bird known for its distinctive breeding […]
Little Bittern (Ixobrychus minutus) The Little Bittern (Ixobrychus minutus) is a discreet and well-camouflaged bird, difficult to spot in […]
Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) Overview: The Squacco Heron (Ardeola ralloides) is an elegant bird from the heron family, known for […]
Glossy Ibis (Plegadis falcinellus) A Jewel of the Wetlands The Danube Delta is a paradise for waterbirds, and the […]
The Greater Flamingo (Phoenicopterus roseus) Presentation: The Greater Flamingo (Phoenicopterus roseus) is one of the most elegant and iconic waterbirds […]
Pallas’s Gull (Ichthyaetus ichthyaetus) The Pallas’s Gull (Ichthyaetus ichthyaetus), along with the Great Black-backed Gull (Larus marinus), is one of […]
White-winged Tern (Chlidonias leucopterus) General Overview: The White-winged Tern (Chlidonias leucopterus) is an elegant aquatic bird species from the Laridae […]
Whiskered Tern (Chlidonias hybrida) Description The Whiskered Tern is a medium-sized water bird belonging to the Laridae family. It stands […]
The European Roller (Coracias garrulus) The Blue Jewel of the Plains Overview The European Roller (Coracias garrulus) is one of […]
Isabelline Wheatear (Oenanthe isabellina) The Discreet Traveler of the Steppe If you’ve spent time in Dobrogea or the dry […]
The Bearded Reedling (Panurus biarmicus) The bearded reedling (Panurus biarmicus) is a small, highly specialized passerine associated with extensive reed […]
Eurasian Penduline Tit (Remiz pendulinus) Overview The Eurasian Penduline Tit (Remiz pendulinus) is a small passerine bird known for its […]
The Penduline Tit (Remiz pendulinus) The Penduline Tit (Remiz pendulinus) is a small, yet striking bird found in the reed […]
Spanish Sparrow (Passer hispaniolensis) Description The Spanish Sparrow is a small bird, similar to the House Sparrow but with a […]
The Danube Delta and the Dobrogea region are renowned for their incredible birdlife, making them top destinations for birdwatching enthusiasts. With over 360 bird species, these areas are among the most important bird habitats in Europe and are a true haven for both migratory and resident species.
The Danube Delta is home to some of Europe’s most iconic bird species, including pelicans, herons, cormorants, and wild ducks. It serves as a critical nesting site for White and Dalmatian pelicans and Pallas’s Gull, while the surrounding wetlands and reed beds provide an ideal environment for other waterfowl. The Dobrogea region, with its diverse landscapes, hosts rare and fascinating species such as the European Roller, Calandra Lark and the Booted Eagle.
Whether you’re looking to observe majestic raptors, colorful passerines or waterbirds in flight, the birdlife here is both diverse and abundant.
Both the Danube Delta and Dobrogea lie along the major migratory routes for birds traveling between Europe, Africa and Asia. This makes the region a hotspot during migration periods, with thousands of birds passing through every spring and autumn. Witnessing these migratory spectacles is one of the most thrilling experiences for birdwatchers.
To fully appreciate the birdlife of the Danube Delta and Dobrogea, join a guided birdwatching tour with a local expert who will guide you to the best birdwatching spots. Whether you are a seasoned birdwatcher or a beginner, our tours cater to all levels, offering a deeper understanding of the birds and their natural habitats.
🔍 Plan Your Birdwatching Adventure Now! Book your tour today and discover the diverse and spectacular birds of the Danube Delta and Dobrogea!
