As of Jun 19, 2026, 8:54 PM, past peak, season runs to ~November 15. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Sort Sol, or Black Sun, is the nightly murmurations of European starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) as tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of birds gather and perform rapid, coordinated aerial formations above tidal marshes and islands in South Jutland.
The phenomenon is most dramatic on calm evenings at dusk and attracts birders and photographers from across Europe.
Where to see it
A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.
| Viewing spots |
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| Tønder Marshes (Tøndermarsken) Observation Hides |
| Mandø Island Viewing Area |
| + 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
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