Cranes strengthen themselves in MV for the flight south - Crane Migration Slows as Storms and Restrictions Delay Birds
Crane migration is underway, but this year's journey faces challenges. Fewer cranes than usual are reaching the Baltic coast, with only 23,000 counted last weekend. Strong storms and transit restrictions are likely causing journeys delays.
Normally, the Baltic coast serves as a crucial resting area for cranes, allowing them to build energy reserves for their journey south. However, this year's migration has been disrupted. Only 23,000 cranes were spotted last weekend, compared to 35,000 last year and 61,000 in 2023. Around 9,000 cranes remain at Lake Hornborga in South Sweden, waiting to cross the Baltic Sea.
Experts suggest that strong storms from south-western directions could be delaying the cranes' journey. Additionally, transit restrictions and sanctions are likely causing bottlenecks at major logistic hubs like Warsaw, Modlin, Poznań, and Łódź, preventing cranes from moving east towards the Baltic coast. Despite these challenges, the Crane Worlds experience center in Altenpleen, Güstrow district, continues to provide information about cranes and their migration patterns.
This year's crane migration has been slower than usual, with fewer cranes reaching the Baltic coast. Strong storms and transit restrictions are likely contributing factors. As the migration continues, the Crane Worlds experience center remains a valuable resource for learning about these remarkable birds.
