Den of Maidencraig
2021-04-12
Den of Maidencraig Local Nature Reserve is situated on the western edge of Aberdeen. Astounding for bird watching, lake plunging, canine strolling and general untamed life is spotting. An assortment of habitats is preserved here, including patches of forest, marshy grassland and running water. Plants and wildflowers to spot incorporate carpets of more prominent wood-rush, primrose and wood anemone, willow-spice on rough crags, bright marsh marigold, drifting sweet-grass and battered robin, drawing in butterflies and bees. Birdwatchers will be pleased to track down a wide assortment of birds, such as blue-tits, and sparrow hawks, heron and pied wagtails, and even kestrels floating overhead. Roe deer are frequently seen sheltering in the willow scrub, and a small lake has been made for ducks, frogs and toads. A dinner factory, inherent 1616, can still be seen from the pathway. Some paths are very steep, yet the lower part of the valley and the lake can be accessed by the landing area way alongside the site. There is vehicle parking on north side Skene Road at the reserve vehicle park just west of the traffic signals at the Groats Road intersection.