The approaching bird spring can first be heard and then seen. The sky is full of cranes returning to their breeding grounds from southern and western Europe. Greylag and other geese fly in flights and periodically stop in fields and near water reservoirs to gain strength before continuing their migration north. Larks sing high in the sky. Single lapwings can be seen in the fields, although their numbers are decreasing every year. Some starlings - so beautifully feathered - can be seen in the fields. Yellowhammer are already announcing their presence in meadows and fields. Hidden Mistle Trush now appear in fields and parks. The blackbirds that stayed with us for the winter already make noise early in the morning and at dusk. Tits and nuthatches call loudly in parks and gardens. Woodpeckers knock on older or dead trees. The finches that stayed with us for the winter are now starting to speak shyly. Ravens fly in pairs across the fields. They are among the first birds to build nests now. White-tailed eagles - the largest birds of prey found in Roztocze - are also active. Tawny owls call in the evenings near houses and on the edges of forests. In March, white storks will arrive and it is their sight that makes us most happy. Later, we will be joined by, among others, swallows, wrynecks, marsh harriers, lesser spotted eagles, red backed shrikes, scarlet rosefinches, etc. The last to arrive in May are the bee-eaters (only for about 3 months) to dig holes, lay eggs and bring out the next generation of colorful birds. Moreover, while observing birds in early spring, we can still see winter guests from the north in Roztocze, such as: Rough-legged Buzzard, Waxwing or Redpoll. For bird watchers, the most beautiful time of the year for meeting birds begins. Roztocze provides the most bird attractions, especially in spring, because the eastern bird migration route runs through this region. Book your dates for birdwatching - our calendar of field and bicycle trips is ready.