Mida Creek

Mida Creek is a tidal extension characterized by thick mud, sand flats and mangrove trees. It is one of the most productive mangrove ecosystems in the world. Together with Arabuko Sokoke forest, the two form a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The open meandering mangrove channels at Mida acts a breeding and feeding areas for several species of fish including; Jacks, Snappers, Groupers, Rabbitfish, parrotfish among others. Mida Creeks is also recognized as the International Bird Area as more than 65 species of migrating birds from Europe and Eurasia seek refuge there.