First Cranes of the Season Arrive at Agamon Hula Nature Reserve

The first cranes of the season have arrived at the Agamon Hula-KKL nature reserve in northern Israel, signaling the start of the autumn migration. Tens of thousands more cranes are expected to arrive in the coming weeks. These cranes primarily migrate from northern Russia, Finland, and Estonia, often arriving in family groups with their young.

Eyal Ostrovinsky, Chairman of KKL-JNF, highlighted the reserve's significance as a unique natural site and a vital tourist and economic asset for the Galilee region. He emphasized the importance of nature conservation and KKL-JNF's commitment to strengthening the local economy and communities.

Einbar Shulamit Rubin, Field Manager at Agamon Hula-KKL, described the excitement of observing the cranes' arrival after a slight delay this year. She noted that the cranes join a diverse array of other birds already present at the reserve, including flamingos, pelicans, sandpipers, ibises, and herons.

Agamon Hula-KKL is a crucial stopover point for migratory birds along their flight path, offering abundant food resources and a safe haven for rest and energy replenishment. The reserve is recognized as one of Israel's most important habitats for migratory birds.