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Qare Qeshlaq Wetland is a safe haven for thousands of migratory birds every year in the cold season, migrating to this region from afar, especially the deadly cold of Siberia, with good memory of being hosted for many years. Therefore, the dance of flamingos and cranes at the beginning of new year (late March) promises life and spring to the local people and domestic and foreign tourists visiting the wetland.
The untouched nature and diversity of plant and animal species, including waterfowl, migratory birds and wild boars are some features of Qare Qeshlaq wetland that have reinforced the position of this habitat among the country’s biological heritage and has made this wetland to be known as the bride of the northwestern wetlands. This wetland is so beautiful that the visitors call it the heaven of birds.
Important landscapes of the region include the dense tamarix trees and Chamat of Lake Urmia shore, the beautiful shores of Zarrineh River and unique bird watching sites.

Vegetation

The spread of Qare Qeshlaq wetland and the inclusion of diverse zones of soil, fresh water and saline water in the area has created a special plant diversity. The earthy part of this wetland is covered by short tamarix trees. Reed is the main type of wetland and aquatic plants, creating beautiful landscapes in different seasons.

Animals


Qare Qeshlaq wetland is a suitable place for passing the winter and crossing of waterfowl and shorebirds in winter. Many birds breed in this area in spring and summer. This wetland is one of the main 105 areas in the list of important bird sites, hosting species under the global conservation. Some of these birds include: ferruginous duck, greater white-fronted goose, sociable lapwing, etc. Also, the flat plains around the wetland have provided a habitat for the great bustard. Among other birds living in Qare Qeshlaq wetland, we can mention red-breasted goose, typical mergansers, red-naped ibis, western marsh harrier, different species of sternidae, and ducks.

Besides birds, mammals, amphibians, reptiles, and fish are also observed in the area which are important for biodiversity conservation, such as Eurasian otter, Pallas’s cat, and jungle cat.
Although it is commonly believed that there are no fish in Qare Qeshlaq wetland, but various types of carp, black fish, etc. live at the mouth of Zarrineh River, which is in the Qare Qeshlaq wetland.