Living in harmony with nature without disrupting its balance has become increasingly important in our world. In order to preserve the natural beauties, Belek carries out environmental protection activities through BETUYAB and in coordination with all hotel employees. Belek is one of the best regions for ornithology (bird watching), where migrating birds can be observed. Many species of birds winter and breed in Belek. Over 200 bird species have been observed and recorded in the Belek area and its surroundings.
Among the bird species observed in Belek and its vicinity, the following are found: Little Grebe (Tachbaptus ruficollis), Cormorant (Phalacrocorax carbo), Little Egret (Egretta garzetta), Great Egret (Egretta alba), Grey Heron (Ardea cinerea), Bean Goose (Anser albifrons), Greylag Goose (Todarna ferruginea), Teal (Anas crecca), Marsh Harrier (Circus aeruginosus), Sparrowhawk (Accipiter nisus), Buzzard (Buteo buteo), Red Buzzard (Buteo rufinus), Kestrel (Falco tinunculus), Merlin (Falco columbarius), Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus), Green Sandpiper (Tringa ochropus), Little Tern (Sterna albifrons), Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis), Robin (Erithacus rubecella), Reed Warbler (Cettia cetti), Long-tailed Tit (Aegitalos caudatus), Great Crested Grebe (Podiceps Cristatus), Little Bittern (Ixobrychus Minutus), Squacco Heron (Squacco Heron), Hoopoe (Upupa), and many others.
Guests staying at Belconti Resort have the opportunity to frequently spot these birds, especially the blue swallow and the Hoopoe – Upupa, in the hotel’s garden.
