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Special animals and their observation
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“Blonde geese” in Mekszikópuszta
The summer goose, also known as the “blonde goose” by the people living in the Great Plain region, is the only wild goose that nests in our country. It builds its nests in reedbeds, grasslands and small islands, but takes its young to graze on coastal grasslands. You can see groups of them at all times of the year, as they usually overwinter in our lakes. From September onwards, nesting birds from further north (Poland, Germany) also flock along the Fertő, and from October to April, they fly in flocks of thousands to the cornfields in the mornings, mixed with sowing geese and greater white-fronted geese. This special animal is also a nice subject for photos: pink legs and beak, with dark grey plumage.
If you want a real spectacle, head to Mekszikópuszta! In this area, up to several hundred families of summer geese can be observed in May. Usually there are 3-6 chicks of a pair, but often many more are fledged.
According to Attila Pellinger, head of the Nature Conservation Department of Fertő-Hanság National Park, summer geese behave confidentially in protected areas and can therefore be observed at close range, only in compliance with the etiquette and unwritten rules of nature walking.
Giraffes, Capuchin monkeys, and penguins in Debrecen
You can get up close and personal with unique animals right here in Hungary. As part of Debrecen ZOO’s “Evening Walk” series, you can get a glimpse into the ZOO’s nightlife and enjoy experiences that you might not be able to observe during daytime visits.
For example, you can watch the giraffes being fed, meet the capuchin monkeys brought out of their enclosure, or even accompany the penguins on their evening walk.
The animals can be viewed from a safe distance but touching them is not permitted.
Throughout the summer, guided walks led by the ZOO’s keepers and animal educators take place every other Friday at 6.30 p.m. During the program, they share interesting stories and behind-the-scenes secrets about the ZOO’s residents. Participants are also treated to snacks and a glass of champagne during the walk.
