Drava birds
In the area of Križnica the river Drava makes meanders in large bends that are not found from Austria to the mouth of the Danube. As it is a cut meander, a large island was formed, accessed by a scaffold or a pedestrian bridge. The area is characterized by the diversity and abundance of birds of sandbanks ( Common Tern, Little Ringed Plover, Common Sandpiper), birds of steep river banks ( Common Kingfisher, Sand Martin) and birds of marsh habitats ( Mallard, Little Grebe, Mute Swan, Black Stork). Other birds you can see are White Stork, Great Cormorant, White-tailed Eagle and Eurasian Hobby. A bird observation tower is located on the shore of the Drava river. A perfect spot for early morning birdwatching or taking a chance to see one of the many river and wetland birds.
