Wales · five wildlife sites

Nature reserves & wildlife sites in Ceredigion

Explore these places for wildlife in Ceredigion. Seasonal notes suggest when to look; sightings are not guaranteed.

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Ynys-hir

Near Eglwysfach, near Machynlleth

Habitat: Oak woodland, saltmarsh, wet grassland, reedbeds and pools beside the Dyfi Estuary.
Wildlife to look for: Pied flycatcher (spring–summer), redstart (spring–summer), Greenland white-fronted goose (winter), common lizard (warmer months).

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Near Tregaron, for the main visitor entrance

Habitat: Extensive raised peat bogs surrounded by fen, wet grassland and the River Teifi floodplain.
Wildlife to look for: Red kite, hen harrier (mainly winter), skylark (especially spring–summer), otter (elusive).

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Near Tre’r-ddôl

Habitat: Mature and regenerating broadleaved woodland with heathland patches beside the Clettwr stream.
Wildlife to look for: Dipper, grey wagtail, pied flycatcher (spring–summer), wood warbler (spring–summer).

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Near Llanddeiniol, near Llanrhystud

Habitat: Sea cliffs with wind-shaped oak woodland, coastal scrub and heathland.
Wildlife to look for: Chough, raven, peregrine, grey seal (especially moulting animals in March–April).

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Near Trefenter, near Bronnant

Habitat: A natural upland lake bordered by heathland, bog and sedge-covered shoreline.
Wildlife to look for: Wigeon (winter), teal (winter), whooper swan (winter visitors), keeled skimmer dragonfly (summer).