Birdwatching at Kalixälven, Sweden

The mouth of the Kalixälven is a rich birdwatching site in Kalix. White-tailed Eagle are seen almost daily along the river valley and Common Gull are seen at the estuary. Grey Wagtail breed along the rapids and Black-throated Loon are seen on calm stretches of water.

Details

  • Country: Sweden
  • Region: Norrbotten, Kalix
  • Best time: May–September
  • Species recorded: 175

Top species

  • White-tailed Eagle
  • Common Gull
  • Grey Wagtail
  • Black-throated Loon
  • Common Sandpiper

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