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The Danube River Delta


Many parts of the delta are swampy and may contain quicksand
Many parts of the delta are swampy and may contain quicksand. This shot is close to the Donau mouth.
Photo: Per 1998

Where the delta has built up to a higher elevation, shrubs and trees are able to get a foothold
Where the delta has built up to a higher elevation, shrubs and small trees are able to gain a foothold in better drained soil.
Photo: Per 1998

Close up of the vegetation on the delta beside a small channel
Close up of the vegetation on the delta beside a small channel.
Note the reeds close to the water, and other herbs on higher ground.
Photo: Per 1998

Looking towards the mainland from the delta
Looking towards the mainland from the delta
Photo: Per 1998

Some channels like this one have no outlet
Some channels like this one have no outlet
Photo: Per 1998

The main channel is often difficult to locate
The main channel is often difficult to locate. The delta is also home to the biggest population of water birds in Europe though there are none in these photos.
Photo: Per 1998

Donau breaking up into smaller streams
In the Delta the Donau is often broken into small streams. The edge of the delta is past the visible horizon.
Photo: Per 1998

Small ferry on the Donau
Small local ferry on the Donau in the delta area
Photo: Per 1998

Closer to the delta
The start of the Delta. Donau starting to break up into separate streams
Photo: Per 1998






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