Study on the breeding bird population of gravel pits near Schleswig
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.21248/corax.v3.361Abstract
1. In 1969, the following birds bred in 10 gravel pits around Jagel near Schleswig: Moorhen 1, Oystercatcher 1, Sandpiper 2, Little Ringed Plover 7, Wheatear 3, Sand Martin approx. 40, Black Redstart 4 pairs.
2. The feeding grounds of all breeding waders were apparently within the pit area. The oystercatchers and sandpipers were breeding inland.
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