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Finland

Overview

Close to the Russian border in south-east Finland, this scenically beautiful area has pine woodland and heathland, meadows, bogs and lakes.

Birds

Notable Species

Breeding birds include Siberian Tit and Crested Tit, Three-toed Woodpecker and Parrot Crossbill.

Check-list

Birds you can see here include:

Three-toed Woodpecker, Tree Pipit, Common Redstart, Willow Tit, Siberian Tit, Crested Tit, Eurasian Siskin, Parrot Crossbill

Other Wildlife

Pine Marten and Lynx occur in the park as well as Mountain Hare and various small rodents.


Site Information

History and Use

To do

Areas of Interest

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Access and Facilities

The park is 20km south-east of Ilomantsi and access is unrestricted. There are marked trails and a campsite within the park.

Contact Details

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External Links

Content and images originally posted by Steve

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