Number of breeding pairs in 2021

The evaluation of the breeding season 2021 showed a mixed picture. At the project site Struck, the numbers stagnated at a low level, the number of breeding birds in the Freesendorfer Wiesen was comparable to the previous year, the breeding success is still low. The re-established areas on the island Großer Wotig were well accepted by breeding birds, breeding success is likely. In the polders Rosenhagen and Bugewitz only a few lapwings bred in 2021 due to unfavorable vegetation structure. In the polder Mönkebude, conditions were ideal in 2021. The development here continues to be positive and breeding success was also recorded. Three pairs of black-tailed godwits bred here in 2021. We know our tasks and will continue to optimize the hydrological and vegetative conditions in our areas so that we can welcome a few more and perhaps also new guests in the next season. A curlew has already looked around a few times, at least in the polder Mönkebude.