Forest Nature in De Mortel — Live Webcam Online
A Corner of Wildlife in North Brabant
A cozy corner of wildlife in the Netherlands, where dense tree canopies hide many secrets. The forest nature in De Mortel reveals to observers a world of untouched flora and fauna of the province of North Brabant. This live webcam allows you to see how wild forest inhabitants go about their daily lives without leaving home.
Unique Coulisse Landscape
The De Mortel landscape was formed as a traditional coulisse landscape — a unique mosaic of forest fields, pastures, and hedgerows. The vegetation represents a characteristic combination of poplar forests and wet meadows. This small-scale coulisse landscape (coulisselandschap) creates ideal conditions for many species, providing them with shelter and food.
Eco-Bridges: Overcoming Infrastructure
The area is divided by the A2 motorway and the Eindhoven-Den Bosch railway line, which carries 500 trains per day. However, nature knows no boundaries. In 2005, an eco-bridge was built over the A2, and in 2020 a second bridge over the railway appeared, connecting the divided territories and providing animals with a safe passage.
Fauna of De Mortel Forest
De Mortel Forest is a dynamically developing natural landscape where large animals actively shape their habitat. In 2017, 13 red deer were released here, which now roam freely across the territory. Badgers, woodcocks, tree frogs, and cattle can also be found here. Numerous insect species complement the rich fauna of this area.
The Green Forest and Natura 2000
De Mortel is part of the national landscape "Het Groene Woud" (The Green Forest) and is included in the European Natura 2000 network. It is the largest landscape reserve in the province of North Brabant, covering approximately 1,200 hectares between the towns of Boxtel, Sint-Oedenrode, Best, and Oirschot. The area is managed by the organization Het Brabants Landschap.
What You Can See on the Camera
The camera is set up in a wooded area with large trees and lush green vegetation. In the frame, there is a tubular bird feeder with seeds and a wooden birdhouse (nesting box). Birds, including the great spotted woodpecker, perch on a fallen tree trunk. Pine cones, strawberries, and nuts are scattered on the ground, serving as food for wild birds and animals. Various bird species are visible: woodpeckers, tits, and a pigeon. This live webcam focuses on observing forest birds and wildlife of the Netherlands, allowing you to examine the behavior of birds in their natural habitat in detail.
