Birdwatching at Oxfjärden, Sweden

Oxfjärden is a sheltered bay in the Norrtälje archipelago with rich winter bird populations. Smew is the sought-after visitor in winter, and Long-tailed Duck and Velvet Scoter are seen in large flocks. White-tailed Eagle is seen regularly along the shores.

Details

  • Country: Sweden
  • Region: Stockholm, Norrtälje
  • Best time: October–April
  • Species recorded: 175

Top species

  • Smew
  • Long-tailed Duck
  • Velvet Scoter
  • Common Eider
  • White-tailed Eagle

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