Summer in Iceland-28 - Nordurland Eystra/NE Region - Laxa river & Skjalfandi Bay
Oct 27, 2020 12:03:50 #
I ended yesterday's presentation with a few images of the Laxa river taken shortly after it exited Lake Myvatn. The start of today's set of images finds us now at the point where the Laxa river enters the Skjalfandi bay, part of the Greenland Sea and we will gravitate slowly towards the important harbor town of Husavik, which will be the topic for tomorrows presentation.
A few notes on the river quoted from the Diamond RingRoad site: "The LAXA RIVER is one of Iceland's major salmon rivers and in many quarters simply called the "Big Laxa". With 93 km / 58 mi in length, it is Iceland’s second greatest spring fed river and originates in the famous bird haven of Lake Myvatn. The Laxa river flows from Myvatn in three channels. It alternately cascades or flows in still pools among beautiful islets grown with wood cranesbill, angelica, buttercups and willow.
Laxa is among the best trout and salmon fishing rivers in the world. In the upper part of river Laxa, Brown Trout is the main catch, but a little Arctic Char is sometimes caught there, too. Salmon migrate from the sea to the lower parts of the river. The water in Lake Myvatn often takes on a greenish or brownish tinge in the summer due to blue-green algae (Cyanophyta) that inhabit it. The algae is carried into the river Laxa, together with plankton and turbidity, and provides the basis of the food chain. River Laxa is the most fertile stream in Iceland. Blackfly larvae sift substances from the water and constitute the river’s most important food. The female flies suck blood from livestock and people, and thus gain nourishment for breeding The river is home to Barrow's Goldeneye and the Harlequin Duck."
Notes:
My trip introduction in set 1 provides a MAP of the tour plus general information. Please use the link below if you would like to review these:
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-667725-1.html
To view earlier posts of this series, access my profile via the link below, then click on the figure behind "# of topics created" for the list of posts:
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/user-profile?usernum=45105
Thanks for visiting, I recommend viewing the downloads and look forward to your comments and questions.
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A few notes on the river quoted from the Diamond RingRoad site: "The LAXA RIVER is one of Iceland's major salmon rivers and in many quarters simply called the "Big Laxa". With 93 km / 58 mi in length, it is Iceland’s second greatest spring fed river and originates in the famous bird haven of Lake Myvatn. The Laxa river flows from Myvatn in three channels. It alternately cascades or flows in still pools among beautiful islets grown with wood cranesbill, angelica, buttercups and willow.
Laxa is among the best trout and salmon fishing rivers in the world. In the upper part of river Laxa, Brown Trout is the main catch, but a little Arctic Char is sometimes caught there, too. Salmon migrate from the sea to the lower parts of the river. The water in Lake Myvatn often takes on a greenish or brownish tinge in the summer due to blue-green algae (Cyanophyta) that inhabit it. The algae is carried into the river Laxa, together with plankton and turbidity, and provides the basis of the food chain. River Laxa is the most fertile stream in Iceland. Blackfly larvae sift substances from the water and constitute the river’s most important food. The female flies suck blood from livestock and people, and thus gain nourishment for breeding The river is home to Barrow's Goldeneye and the Harlequin Duck."
Notes:
My trip introduction in set 1 provides a MAP of the tour plus general information. Please use the link below if you would like to review these:
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-667725-1.html
To view earlier posts of this series, access my profile via the link below, then click on the figure behind "# of topics created" for the list of posts:
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/user-profile?usernum=45105
Thanks for visiting, I recommend viewing the downloads and look forward to your comments and questions.
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1 - Laxa river, famous for its salmon, south of Husavik as it enters the Skjalfandi bay
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2 - "Hamburger Patties" islands in the Laxa river just before it enters the Skjalfandi bay (at rear)
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3 - Monument for Icelandic playwright and poet Johann Sigurjonsson situated at the Laxa river near his birthplace Laxamyri
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4 - Detail of the plaque at the monument of Johann Sigurjonsson
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5 - Shore of the Skjalfandi bay south of Husavik with snow-capped Viknafjöll mountains to the West
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6 - Detail of the Skjalfandi bay
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7 - Skjalfandi bay populated by sea birds, at rear the important fishing town of Husavik, now a whale-watching center
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8 - Skjalfandi bay at Husavik, with a flock of sea birds in action
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9 - Skjalfandi bay with strong waves and sea birds
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10 - More sea birds in action at Skjalfandi bay
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Oct 27, 2020 12:29:04 #
A beautiful set. In photo 1, one can almost see the salmon running up the river. Great lighting and detail is shown in each photo. Mahalo for sharing.
Oct 27, 2020 12:32:11 #
Oct 27, 2020 12:41:21 #
JoAnneK01 wrote:
A beautiful set. In photo 1, one can almost see the salmon running up the river. Great lighting and detail is shown in each photo. Mahalo for sharing.
Thank you very much JoAnne for looking in on my travelogue and you kind comment. I am very happy to hear that you like these images. This tour has been running for a while, we are just about at mid-point and I would enjoy having you along as we progress. Wishing you a wonderful day in your own paradise! Joe
Oct 27, 2020 12:42:53 #
Susan yamakawa wrote:
#5 was a wow
Thank you Susan - glad to hear that you like that image, this is one of the sets where I have a hard time selecting a favorite among "my children" ... - Have a wonderful day! Joe
Oct 27, 2020 13:23:14 #
Oct 27, 2020 13:40:52 #
Simply beautiful series. The blue skies certainly make the colours pop. As always, your scenes, compositions and renderings bring us all an exceptional view of Iceland's extraordinary landscapes, along with an informative narrative. Thank you again for sharing your great work. Stay well.
Oct 27, 2020 13:43:39 #
Oct 27, 2020 13:57:20 #
NMGal wrote:
Marvelous!
Thank you Barbara, your one word says it all - I love this country! Have a great day and week - Joe
Oct 27, 2020 13:59:14 #
Ourspolair wrote:
Simply beautiful series. The blue skies certainly make the colours pop. As always, your scenes, compositions and renderings bring us all an exceptional view of Iceland's extraordinary landscapes, along with an informative narrative. Thank you again for sharing your great work. Stay well.
Thank you very much Ours for your kind comment. I am glad to hear that you like these images from a colorful land with everchanging vistas. Enjoy your day and take care - Joe
Oct 27, 2020 14:00:14 #
Longshadow wrote:
Thank you Bill for those thumbs in the happy direction! Have a great day - Joe
Oct 27, 2020 15:02:05 #
Oct 27, 2020 15:07:24 #
UTMike wrote:
You knew that the water would get me excited, Joe, thanks!
You got it Mike - 9 out of 10 with water, that must attract Mike! Have a good day - Joe
Oct 28, 2020 06:05:59 #
Oct 28, 2020 07:55:58 #
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