Staatsbosbeheer Collection

Common Reed (Phragmites australis) in the water, Waterland, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Aerial view of the Slufter Valley and dunes along the North Sea, Texel, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Aerial view of North Sea beach with dunes near the Slufter valley, Texel, Noord-Holland, the Netherlands

Windmill in peat meadow for dewatering in summer, Waterland, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Summer view on polder landscape with trees with reflections in water and Zuiderwoude village at background, Waterland, Zuiderwoude, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Eurasian Wigeon (Anas penelope) stretching its wings, polder Arkemheen, The Netherlands

Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) stretching its wings, polder Arkemheen, The Netherlands

Northern Shoveler (Anas clypeata) female stretching wing on the water, Oostvaardersplassen, The Netherlands

Osprey (Pandion Haliaetus) fly-by in the Netherlands, looking at camera, IJssel, Kampen, Overijssel, the Netherlands

Female Wasp Spider (Argiope bruennichi) sitting in her web, Balloerveld, The Netherlands, Drenthe

Two Konik horses (Equus ferus caballus) playing, Lauwersmeer, The Netherlands

Eurasian Wigeon (Anas penelope) large group in fligth over water, polder Arkemheen, The Netherlands

One Hawthorn (Crataegus sp) bush full with berries in front of a group of Hawthorn, Millingerwaard, gelderland, the Netherlands

Eurasian Wryneck (Jynx torquilla) standing, Biesbosch, Noord-Brabant, The Netherlands

Pearl-band Grass Veneer (Catoptria margaritella) resting on blade of grass, Boswachterij Ruurlo, Gelderland, The Netherlands

Lesser Butterfly-orchid (Platanthera bifolia) flowering in grassland, Koolmansdijk, Gelderland, The Netherlands

Bee Orchid (Ophrys apifera) flowering in grassland, Lauwersmeer National Park, Groningen, The Netherlands

Jews Ear (Auricularia auricula-judae) fungus growing on wood, De Baggerputten, Groningen, The Netherlands

Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) drake in the water in reflection, polder Arkemheen, The Netherlands

Carrion Crow (Corvus corone) on lookout, polder Arkemheen, The Netherlands

Wood Pigeon (Columba palumbus) foraging on vegetation, polder Arkemheen, The Netherlands

Wood Pigeon (Columba palumbus) perched on a fence, polder Arkemheen, The Netherlands

Osprey (Pandion Haliaetus) searching for fish, Kampen, Overijssel, the Netherlands

One European Robin (Erithacus rubecula) perched in a tree with hoarfrost, Bremerton, gelderland, the Netherlands

Two Blue Tit (Cyanistes caeruleus) perched on branches, one in the foreground and one in the background, Bremerton, gelderland, the Netherlands

Eurasian Wigeon (Anas penelope) taking of from the water, polder Arkemheen, The Netherlands

Eurasian Wigeon (Anas penelope) male flapping its wings, polder Arkemheen, The Netherlands

Eurasian Wigeon (Anas penelope) male in fligth over reed, polder Arkemheen, The Netherlands

Sandwich Tern (Thalasseus sandvicensis) male flying closely above the colony with female terns below, showing his full wingspan while looking at camera, Ameland, Friesland, The Netherlands

Great Egret (Ardea Alba) hunting in the water, oostvaardersplassen, Flevoland, the Netherlands

Great Egret (Ardea alba) in breeding plumage, fly-by, Flevoland, the Netherlands

group of Sulphur Polypore (Laetiporus sulphureus) growing on the stem of a Willow (Salix), Millingerwaard, gelderland, the Netherlands

One Hawthorn (Crataegus sp) bush full with berries and Common Orange Lichen (Xanthoria parietina) on the branches, Millingerwaard, gelderland, the Netherlands

One Hawthorn (Crataegus sp) bush with berries in late autumn, Millingerwaard, gelderland, the Netherlands

White-fronted Goose (Anser albifrons) group in flight, polder Arkemheen, The Netherlands

Northern Lapwing (Vanellus vanellus) resting on frozen meadow, polder Arkemheen, The Netherlands

Yellow Wagtail (Motacilla flava) perched on Common Hogweed (Heracleum sphondylium), Oostvaardersdijk, The Netherlands

Common House Martin (Delichon urbica) perched on reed, polder Arkemheen, The Netherlands

Common Starling (Sturnus vulgaris) perched on a rusty fence, polder Arkemheen, The netherlands

Aerial view of the Slufter Valley, looking out over the island in the direction of the Wadden Sea, Texel, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

The Slufter at Texel in autumn with Common Glasswort (Salicornia europaea), Texel, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Aerial view of the Slufter valley, Texel, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Aerial view of the Slufter valley with dunes, Texel, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Two people walking to the sea in a wet dune valley, Schoorlse Duinen, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Black Crowberry (Empetrum nigrum) covered by drift sand, Schoorlse Duinen, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Trees at drift sand, Schoorlse Duinen, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Walking path in dune valley near the sea, De Kref, Schoorlse Duinen, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands

Barnacle Goose (Branta leucopsis) group in flight, polder Arkemheen, The Netherlands

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Discover the natural wonders of Staatsbosbeheer in Noord-Holland. 🌿 From the mesmerizing sight of Common Reed (Phragmites australis) gracefully swaying in the water to the breathtaking aerial view of North Sea beach and dunes near Slufter valley on Texel island, this region is a haven for nature enthusiasts. ⛅️ Don't miss out on witnessing a traditional windmill in peat meadow, tirelessly working to dewater during summer days. 🌾 The polder Arkemheen offers delightful encounters with beautiful bird species like Eurasian Wigeon (Anas penelope) and Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos), stretching their wings against picturesque landscapes. Witnessing large groups of Eurasian Wigeon taking flight over serene waters is truly an awe-inspiring experience. 🦆 it also showcases stunning flora such as Hawthorn bushes adorned with vibrant berries, creating a striking contrast against lush greenery. The Biesbosch area in Noord-Brabant reveals hidden treasures like the elusive Eurasian Wryneck standing tall amidst its natural habitat. Venturing into Boswachterij Ruurlo in Gelderland will introduce you to delicate creatures like Pearl-band Grass Veneer resting delicately on blades of grass and Lesser Butterfly-orchid blooming elegantly in vast grasslands. Lauwersmeer National Park in Groningen boasts enchanting sights like Bee Orchids flourishing amidst wild grasslands, adding bursts of color to the landscape. And don't forget to keep an eye out for unique fungi like Jews Ear growing on wood at De Baggerputten. Staatsbosbeheer invites you to immerse yourself in these captivating moments where nature's beauty unfolds before your eyes. Explore and appreciate the wonders that await you within our protected areas.