no long distances - the weather isn't very favourable for travelling
Previous data
- 17.03.2026, Distance: 3810 km (+ 199 km)
- Türkiye: Göbel - a village in the Tavşanlı Municipalty of Kütahya province
NEW data
- 18.03.2026, Distance: 3951 km (+ 141 km)
- Türkiye: Ergili - a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Bandırma, Balıkesir Province
(Under the Persian Empire the site of ancient Dascylium.)
Location: souht-east shore of the Lake Kuş (Turkish: Kuş Gölü, lit. 'Bird Lake') or Lake Manyas
infos: viewtopic.php?p=54189#p54189
Previous data
- 18.03.2026, Distance: 3951 km (+ 141 km)
- Türkiye: Ergili - a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Bandırma, Balıkesir Province
(Under the Persian Empire the site of ancient Dascylium.)
NEW data
- 19.03.2026, Distance: 3953 km (+ 2 km)
- same spot
unfavourable weather and next days too
Location: souht-east shore of the Lake Kuş (Turkish: Kuş Gölü, lit. 'Bird Lake') or Lake Manyas
infos: viewtopic.php?p=54189#p54189
friday (march 20): strong north-easterly winds (approx. 30–45 km/h) are expected in the dardanelles and çanakkale area. this serves as a significant headwind for storks travelling north, which likely causes them to wait on the mainland. partly cloudy, no significant precipitation.
saturday (march 21): winds should slightly decrease but will still blow from the north-east. temperatures around 12–14°c. thermal conditions (updrafts) will remain less than ideal over the sea due to the steady wind.
sunday (march 22): forecasts suggest a gradual calming of the wind. this could provide a better window for a safe crossing over the water into europe.
Previous data
- 19.03.2026, Distance: 3953 km (+ 2 km)
- Türkiye: Ergili - a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Bandırma, Balıkesir Province
(Under the Persian Empire the site of ancient Dascylium.)
NEW data
- 20.03.2026, Distance: 3954 km (+ 3 km)
- same spot
Kergu arrived there on 18.03. Unfavourable weather and next days too.
The weather in Ergili is still difficult for storks. Today is Saturday, March 21. It is cloudy and cold with light rain. There is a northern wind of about 20 km/h. This is a headwind, which makes flying over the Marmara sea very dangerous.
Kergu is still waiting near the Karacay river. Better conditions are expected on Tuesday. The wind should change to a southern direction. This will help storks to cross the sea safely.
Location: souht-east shore of the Lake Kuş (Turkish: Kuş Gölü, lit. 'Bird Lake') or Lake Manyas
infos: viewtopic.php?p=54189#p54189
Drought EMERGENCY: Türkiye’s Manyas Lake Drying Up, Birds and Farmers at Risk!
uploaded on 1.10.2025 by Liberty East 1
"Severe drought has caused water levels in Manyas Lake, located in Türkiye’s Balikesir province, to plummet. The crisis threatens the survival of migratory birds in the Kuşcenneti National Park, including pelicans, and poses serious risks for local farmers who rely on the lake for irrigation.
Authorities and environmental experts warn that unless urgent measures are taken, the shrinking lake could have devastating ecological and economic consequences."
English commentary (tittles too) - uploaded on 16.08.2025 by The Thought Sparrow
"Manyas Lake, also known as Bird Paradise, is one of Turkey’s most remarkable natural habitats. Located in Balikesir, this stunning lake is world-famous for hosting hundreds of bird species. As a vital stop for migratory birds, Manyas Lake is not just a lake but a fascinating paradise waiting to be discovered by nature lovers. In this video, you will explore the breathtaking beauty, rich bird diversity, and ecological importance of Manyas Lake."
Previous data
- 20.03.2026, Distance: 3954 km (+ 3 km)
- Türkiye: Ergili - a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Bandırma, Balıkesir Province
(Under the Persian Empire the site of ancient Dascylium.)
NEW data
- 21.03.2026, Distance: 3960 km (+ 6 km)
- Türkiye: Eşen - a neighbourhood (formerly a village) located in the Manyas district of Balıkesir Province
Kergu arrived there on 18.03. Unfavourable weather and next days too. Today he moved not far to the south, to one stream.
The weather in Ergili is still difficult for storks. Today is Saturday, March 21. It is cloudy and cold with light rain. There is a northern wind of about 20 km/h. This is a headwind, which makes flying over the Marmara sea very dangerous.
Kergu is still waiting near the Karacay river. Better conditions are expected on Tuesday. The wind should change to a southern direction. This will help storks to cross the sea safely.
Previous data
- 21.03.2026, Distance: 3960 km (+ 6 km)
- Türkiye: Eşen - a neighbourhood (formerly a village) located in the Manyas district of Balıkesir Province
NEW data
- 22.03.2026, Distance: 3967 km (+ 7 km)
- Türkiye: Ergili - a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Bandırma, Balıkesir Province
(Under the Persian Empire the site of ancient Dascylium.)
Kergu arrived there on 18.03. Unfavourable weather. Improvement comes at the end of the week. On Thursday (March 26), the clouds will start to clear. On Friday (March 27), we expect much warmer weather with 17 – 18°C and south wind. This will create an ideal "migration highway".
Previous data
- 22.03.2026, Distance: 3967 km (+ 7 km)
- Türkiye: Ergili - a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Bandırma, Balıkesir Province
(Under the Persian Empire the site of ancient Dascylium.)
NEW data
- 23.03.2026, Distance: 3968 km (+ 1 km)
- same area
Kergu arrived there on 18.03. Unfavourable weather. Improvement comes at the end of the week. On Thursday (March 26), the clouds will start to clear. On Friday (March 27), we expect much warmer weather with 17 – 18°C and south wind. This will create an ideal "migration highway".
- Türkiye: Ergili - a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Bandırma, Balıkesir Province
(Under the Persian Empire the site of ancient Dascylium.)
Kergu arrived there on 18.03. Unfavourable weather. Improvement comes at the end of the week. On Thursday (March 26), the clouds will start to clear. On Friday (March 27), we expect much warmer weather with 17 – 18°C and south wind. This will create an ideal "migration highway".
