Protected but not popular: the cormorant and gray heron colony on the Curonian Spit. Thousands of nests support the trees in the forest near Juodkrantė, which have almost died from excessive bird droppings.

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June 16, 2025

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The droppings of these birds destroy all the plants in the area, including their nesting trees. Once these trees are dead, they move on. Thus, these birds have become a nuisance.

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Best Hikes to Cormorant and Grey Heron Colony at Juodkrantė

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1. Baltic Sea Beach at Juodkrantė – Juodkrantė Pier loop from Žvejų gyvenvietė

10.2km

02:40

80m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Juodkrantė Pier – Juodkrantė Visitor Center loop from Juodkrantė

6.17km

01:34

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Baltic Sea Beach at Juodkrantė loop from Žvejų gyvenvietė

7.00km

01:51

70m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 50 m

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Wednesday 28 January

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Location: Klaipeda County, Lithuania

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Cormorant and Grey Heron Colony at Juodkrantė

1. Baltic Sea Beach at Juodkrantė – Juodkrantė Pier loop from Žvejų gyvenvietė

2. Juodkrantė Pier – Juodkrantė Visitor Center loop from Juodkrantė

3. Baltic Sea Beach at Juodkrantė loop from Žvejų gyvenvietė

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