Grunnafjörður Nature Reserve
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Grunnafjörður Nature Reserve

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Established1994
Area13.93 km²
Managing authorityNáttúruverndarstofnun
International designationRamsar

Grunnafjörður Nature Reserve protects a shallow fjord in West Iceland with extensive mudflats, wetlands and rich birdlife. The reserve was established in 1994 and covers almost 14 km².

The protection preserves coastal, tidal and wetland habitats of major conservation importance. At low tide, large mudflats are exposed and provide feeding grounds for numerous bird species.

Nearby natural attractions include Akrafjall. Grunnafjörður is also closely connected to Blautós and Innstavogsnes Nature Reserve.

Visitors should avoid disturbing birds and take care around sensitive mudflats and wetlands.

Protection purpose

The purpose of protecting Grunnafjörður is to conserve an internationally important coastal, mudflat and wetland ecosystem and its rich birdlife.

Description

Grunnafjörður is a shallow fjord in West Iceland with extensive tidal flats and important birdlife. The area has international conservation value.

Regulations

Visitors should take particular care to protect birdlife and sensitive coastal and wetland habitats.

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