The Kune-Vain lagoon in Lezha has turned into a fascinating sight. This December flamingos, dalmatian pelicans and other species offered a spectacle to the Kune-Vain lagoon.

Flamingos are migratory birds that come to the lagoon during the fall but due to the mild climate and abundant food they seem to be staying longer.

According to the latest census, Kune-Vain lagoon counts 196 species of birds.

"Kune-Vain Lagoon has 196 species of birds, 59 are permanent, 65 are wintering, 51 are summering and 21 are accidental. Even though we are in difficult pandemic conditions, nature has continued its life cycle. We have seen an increase in the number of birds, this is a good indicator for the lagoon and this comes as a result not only of the work of the staff, but also of the cooperation with the community," said Besiona Simoni, representative of National Agency of Protected Areas in Lezha.

The Agency of Protected Areas in Lezha requires visitors to respect the laws of nature during visits to lagoons.

“Kune-Vain Lagoon has an area of ​​4393 hectares, it is a system of wetlands. It also has a vital role in the development of the water cycle and contributes significantly to the regeneration of the environment. We urge citizens to respect the laws of nature, that is, to use bicycles as much as possible, not to throw garbage, to take them with them, not to light fires outside certain areas, to observe but not to disturb or make noise for birds and other visitors,” said Simoni.

The Dalmatian Pelican is also a migratory bird that has yet created a nesting in Kune-Vain, but due to suitable conditions today number about 200 of them were counted. The hunting moratorium has also had a positive impact.