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18.03341 , -63.05837
Sint Maarten (Dutch part)
this is a man made pond from the colonial salt harvesting days. It was constructed to divert rain water away from the saltpond.
In the pond is a Heron and Egret breeding site.
The site is a bit overgrown with mangrove and a guide is recommended to find usable observation spots
The introductory text should contain general information about the site, which may include for instance: • geographic/ biogeographic location • habitat and vegetation • typical bird species/bird communities • protection status • land use and history • importance for birdwatching
Coordinates were set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) : 18.0334/-63.0584 (2021-01-17 12:47:01 )
Site name was set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) as "Fresh Pond" (2021-01-17 12:47:01 )
List up to ca. 25 species that: • have a limited distribution range and/or are rare on a global level • are most sought-after by birdwatchers at this site • and are relatively easy to see at this site (year-round or seasonally)
Best season here is January to late March to cats the Egret and heron breeding season, a guide is recommended to find usable observation points.
Give recommendations for making your visit as productive as possible. This may include for instance: • best season • best time of the day • how much time to spend at the site • best means of locomotion within the site • recommended routes / areas within the site • guiding
acces points are along the mainroad
Explain from where and how to get to this site with private and public transport.
free
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None at present, but plans are in a finishing stage to construct an observation deck and tower
Provide information about what type of facilities are available at or near this site, including: • information centers / information points • catering • accommodation • hides and watchtowers • restrooms / toilets
safe spot
Are there any security issues or other annoyances at this site? For instance, these may include: • offenses like robbery or theft • natural hazards • dangerous or annoying animals or plants (mosquitoes, leaches, thorn bushes, etc.) • noise pollution
