Crossbill Guide: Lesbos

In the Aegean Sea, close to the Turkish border, lies the island of Lesbos. It is the 3rd largest Greek island of the Aegean and a hotspot for birds, wildflowers and wildlife in general. The fine oak and chestnut woods, flowery scrublands, olive groves and coastal marshes are full of discoveries for nature enthusiasts.

Lesbos is above all famous for its bird migration. As the island lies right beneath one of the prime migration routes, wave after wave of migratory birds visit the island in spring and autumn to spend a few hours or days on the island before flying on to the north. Strategically located hedgerows and scrublands on headlands are full of small songbirds that breed either in the eastern Mediterranean, eastern Europe or the boreal and arctic areas. Along the small rivers and coastal marshes, waders, terns, spoonbills, egrets, herons, bitterns, ibises and flamingos are common.

This brand new Crossbill Guide to Lesbos features;

• Landscape history
• Ecosystems Geology
• Flora and Fauna
• Where to watch birds
• Finding orchids and other wildflowers
• 17 detailed routes with observation tips and 22 site descriptions