When to come birdwatching in Estonia?

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Estonian Wildlife Tours

When to come birdwatching in Estonia? The best time for birdwatching is during migration, when millions of birds fill the skies. Which is April, May in spring and September, October in autumn. Best time for Steller Eider is winter but we can also see Steller Eider in early March. In Estonia – over 380 species … Continue reading →

Main reasons to come birding in Estonia?

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Estonian Wildlife Tours

Why Birding in Estonia? Estonia is home to one of the most significant stops on the main migratory route of Arctic waterfowl and we have important stopover sites in West Estonia. There is not much countries where are so many bird sighted. Estonia is second in Europe after Spain in terms of number of species … Continue reading →

Why are there no large-scale butterfly counts analogous to the Big Butterfly Count of the United Kingdom organised in Estonia?

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Estonian Wildlife Tours

In the United Kingdom, the subject of butterfly protection is very topical. Nationwide butterfly counts, such as the Big Butterfly Count, are organised. In addition, events like Moth Nights are held. In Estonia, butterfly protection is not as relevant and it is not being attended to in such an extensive manner. Questions related to butterflies … Continue reading →