Birdwatching at Storsjön, Östersund, Sweden

Storsjön is Jämtland's great lake and surrounds the town of Östersund. Grey Heron can be seen regularly along the shores, and Whooper Swan stops over during the spring migration. White-tailed Eagle can be seen over the lake's open stretches, and Black-throated Loon breeds in secluded bays.

Details

  • Country: Sweden
  • Region: Jämtland, Östersund
  • Best time: May–September
  • Species recorded: 185

Top species

  • Häger
  • Whooper Swan
  • White-tailed Eagle
  • Black-throated Loon
  • Black-headed Gull

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