The Danube Delta is a UNESCO biosphere reserve hosting over 300 bird species.

The Rosca-Buhaiova Colony

Forty minutes by boat lies the largest common pelican colony in Europe — between 2,500 and 4,000 pairs nest here every spring.

When can you see them

  • April-May — arrive from Africa and nest
  • June-August — chicks grow, colonies active
  • September — prepare migration south