The forest of Rihoult-Clairmarais covers 1200 hectares and is populated by multiple nocturnal birds of prey such as the owl or the owl.The proximity of the Audomarois marshes makes this forest a very popular place for birds, such as the grey heron, which stays there from March to June. Wild boars and roe deer are also present in the forest. LES FONTINETTESDon't forget your binoculars
With certain hikes in the heart of forests or nature reserves, be on the lookout to observe the many animal species present in the Pays de Saint-Omer, some of which are quite rare. If you’re lucky, you’ll be able to spot the swift blue-and-orange kingfisher, the discreet bittern with its shrill cry, or the majestic marsh harrier in the Audomarois marshes.
On the Forest side, roe deer and wild boar are relatively common along the paths, but look up to see red squirrels and jays too, in a mysterious atmosphere.
As for flora, take the Longatte trail to discover the Plateau des Landes Nature Reserve, a veritable land of heather with a mountain atmosphere and a veritable botanical Noah’s Ark with over 400 plant species, a quarter of the regional inventory!
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