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Site description (2000 baseline)
The site is a large, nutrient-rich freshwater lake, situated near the city of Moss. The lake is connected with the Oslofjord by the Mosse-elva river. Forestry is widespread; military activity mainly comprises low-flying planes from a nearby air base.

Key biodiversity
This is an important breeding site for Pandion haliaetus, with the highest known density of natural nests in Norway.

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Recommended citation
BirdLife International (2024) Important Bird Area factsheet: Lake Vansjø (Norway). Downloaded from https://datazone.birdlife.org/site/factsheet/lake-vansjø-iba-norway on 23/12/2024.