Nature and outdoors in Obidos

Nature and Outdoors Explorer

This collection explores the diverse aquatic landscapes of Óbidos, centered around the Lagoa de Óbidos, Portugal’s most extensive coastal lagoon. The list highlights specific ecological zones like the Braço da Barrosa and Canal do Chico Nega, vital for birdwatching and traditional shellfish harvesting. Included are the Albufeira de Óbidos reservoir on the Arnóia River and various 'motas'—marshy embankments and wetlands that serve as critical habitats for local riparian flora and migratory fauna.

Nature and Outdoors Explorer — Map

A

Lagoa de Óbidos (Braço da Barrosa)

A shallow arm of the lagoon, significant for its biodiversity and as a habitat for migratory birds like flamingos.

B

Lagoa de Óbidos (Canal do Chico Nega)

A narrow channel within the lagoon system used for traditional shellfish gathering and local navigation.

C

lagoa

Small reservoir located south of the main lagoon area.

D

Albufeira de Óbidos

Large reservoir created by the Arnóia Dam, used for agricultural irrigation and water management.

E

Poça do Vau

Seasonal wetland area near the lagoon, important for local bird species.

F

Mora do Rio

Marshy bog area located along the river banks feeding into the lagoon.

G

Poça

Small wetland area or pond providing a habitat for local amphibians.

H

Jardim

Small public garden space.

I

Jardim

Public green space.

J

Jardim

Public garden area.

K

Lagoa

Small coastal lake located near the shoreline.

L

Lagoas

Cluster of small wetlands or ponds located near the river mouth.

M

Mota do Rio

Marshy embankment area along the river, supporting riparian vegetation.

N

Mota do Rio

Wetland area situated along the riverbank near the lagoon inlet.

O

Mota da Ribeira

Riparian bog area located along the stream's edge.

P

Mota da Ribeira

Marshy section of the riverbank characterized by dense wetland flora.

Q

Zona Alagada

Flooded marshland area contributing to the lagoon's complex ecosystem.

R

Jardim

Public garden.

S

Charca

Small freshwater pond.

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