LIVET VED BÆKKEN

Livet ved bækken

Bækken summer af liv både i vandet og langs bredden. Her lever blandt andet smådyr, insekter og planter, mens fugle og andre dyr finder føde og vand. På skiltet kan du blive klogere på det liv, der findes i og omkring bækken.

Under billedet kan du læse skiltets tekst på engelsk.

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Life by the stream
Discover nature between the buildings

Chaffinch
Habitat: Woodlands, parks and large gardens
Diet: Insects, seeds and berries
Did you know? Chaffinches can imitate other birds – and even man-made sounds. This can help keep other animals away from their food.

Common starling
Habitat: Woodland, lakes and streams
Diet: Insects, larvae, worms, snails, seeds, grains and fruit
Did you know? Starlings gather in enormous flocks called murmurations, creating breathtaking patterns across the sky.

White wagtail
Habitat: Woodland, lakes and streams
Diet: Insects, flies and other small animals
Did you know? The white wagtail is almost always wagging its tail. Scientists believe this may confuse insects, making them easier to catch.

Sand lizard (protected)
Habitat: Dry, sunny places
Diet: Insects such as beetles, grasshoppers and larvae
Did you know? During the breeding season, the male turns bright green to attract females and warn off rival males.

Six-spot burnet moth
Habitat: Woodland and open grassland
Diet: Flower nectar
Did you know? It is poisonous and unpleasant to eat. Its bright red and black colours warn predators to stay away.

Water vole
Habitat: Lakes and streams, where it digs burrows along the banks
Diet: Plants growing beside the water
Did you know? Water voles are excellent swimmers and can dive underwater to escape danger.

The stream is full of life
The stream attracts birds that come to drink and bathe. It is also home to many small animals looking for food and fresh water. If you look carefully, you may spot a duck, a sparrow or another bird hopping along the water's edge. Insects love the stream too. Many species lay their eggs in the water, while others spend the first part of their lives beneath the surface. This is true for mosquitoes, dragonflies and damselflies. Many small creatures live in and around the stream, where they find water, food and shelter. When different habitats come together – such as the stream and the surrounding park – even more wildlife is attracted to the area. Water is essential for nature. It creates rich biodiversity, where new species continue to thrive and settle. That is what happens when nature is healthy and balanced.

Give it a try!
Can you spot nature's tiny flying hunter?
Dragonflies are among the oldest animals on Earth. They have been flying for more than 300 million years—long before the dinosaurs.
Back then, some dragonflies had wingspans up to 70 centimeters.
Dragonflies begin life as aquatic nymphs beneath the water. When they are fully grown, they climb out of the water, shed their skin and emerge with shimmering wings. They catch insects while flying and can see almost 360 degrees thanks to their enormous compound eyes. They can fly forwards, backwards and even hover in mid-air. Scan the QR code to learn more about the Green Hawker dragonfly.