Birdwatching on the ponds

Presentation

This morning, direction Frontignan-Plage for a walk along the ponds to contemplate the ballet of the birds.

  •  - © Masson - OT Frontignan
I learned at the Tourist Office that many species gravitate there all year round (more than 130) and that the spectacle is breathtaking, especially in spring, during the migratory period. The best time to go is early in the morning at sunrise, when the colours on the pond and the shadows of the flamingos will immerse you in a special atmosphere.

But first of all, what is birdwatching? It is a new tourist activity that comes from our English neighbours who are very fond of nature, fauna and flora. In France, we call it "birdwatching". It's a photographic hike, which will also delight those who love beautiful pictures. I've been doing it for a few years now and I'm kind of addicted to it!
As soon as I get out of my car parked on the car park near the beach of Les Aresquiers, I take my camera with me and go on an adventure! In the calm of the area, I approach the Ingril pond just in time for the flamingos to take flight. Their pinkish-white colour is reflected on the water. Time stops, just enough time to take some pictures.

I resume my walk towards the port, the fishermen's boats float on my right and I soon reach the Etang des Mouettes. It reminds me of Brittany with its gulls and their recognizable cry...
After the ponds, we head for the old salt pans, rich in history, but also with a very present fauna and flora. I find some pink flamingos and discover other species: ducks, waders and other terns that can be observed. If you like fish, this is also a good place to discover them.

A panel informs us about the history of the salt pans and the surrounding flora and fauna. Indeed, many plant species and birds live together peacefully for the greatest pleasure of us "birdwatchers".

It's decided, I'll join their cohabitation and put my bags down in Frontignan too!
Tip: There is a circuit that you can follow by bike or on foot, it goes along the ponds of Ingril, des Mouettes and the old salt pans. For birdwatchers, a mobile application "Naturalist" has been created to record your bird sightings easily and quickly ;)