Is Lake Kerkini Flamingos happening right now?
As of today, out of season, returns ~September. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.
Greater flamingos (Phoenicopterus roseus) regularly use Lake Kerkini as a migration stopover and wintering site.
Birds feed on the lake's productive shallows and exposed mudflats; numbers vary with water level and food availability, producing the best views in autumn through early spring.
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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| Lithotopos 'Limanaki' (Lithotopos boat launch) |
| Kerkini Dam viewpoint / western embankment (near Lithotopos) |
| + 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app → |
This is the short version
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