Birdwatching at Gävle hamn, Sweden

Gävle harbour and the adjoining coast is an excellent spot for seabird watching in the Bay of Gävle. Arctic Tern and Common Tern breed nearby, and skuas can be seen on autumn migration. Northern Gannet is occasionally observed, and Black-headed Gulls are numerous in summer.

Details

  • Country: Sweden
  • Region: Gävleborg, Gävle
  • Best time: May–October
  • Species recorded: 170

Top species

  • Arctic Tern
  • Common Tern
  • Labb
  • Black-headed Gull
  • Northern Gannet

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