Roosting Crane Hide
Hungary
Location and installation year
Our first Roosting Crane Hide was installed in 2008 and it included a sleeping cabin. It was not used by 2017 dues to various reasons – the reed island has deteriorated over the years.
The hide was installed in September 2019 to another fishpond complex of the Hortobágy National Park which is regularly used for Crane roosting. As with all roosting areas the distance from Cranes is variable as the water level changes and the photo opportunities changes too. This location is accessible at dawn so no need to sleep in the hide!
Access
It is about 80 meter easy walk but in the dark or twilight.
Size and style
It is 170 cm wide, 300 cm long and 180 cm high. The size of the photo-through window is 240 cm by 50 cm. It is also possible to photograph without window! It is comfortable for three photographers.
Comfort and accessories
- Chairs
- Curtains
- no glass used
Regulation
This hide has a strict regulation as the Eagle hides and our guide is accompanying the photographers. It is necessary to enter the hide in darkness. Photography usually from 06:00 to 08:30.
Recommended Photo Equipment
All sort of lenses recommended but 500 mm and 600 mm are the best. Also 300 mm lens for flight and other action shots. Extenders.
What to bring
Warm clothing
Photo period
usually 20th September to 15th of October
Possible species
Great White Egret, Grey Heron, Greylag Goose, Greater White-fronted Goose, White-tailed Eagle, Crane, Caspian Gull, Yellow-legged Gull, Black-headed Gull