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Protecting and preserving Jersey’s Wetlands
St Ouen's Pond is a nature reserve containing an incredible mosaic of wetland habitats including reedbed, fen, wet meadow, dune grassland and the largest area of natural open water in Jersey.
Site of Special Interest (SSI)
The site is protected as a Site of Special Interest (SSI), reflecting the reserve’s incredible diversity of species and habitats and overall conservation importance.
The first record of the pond dates back to 1309. From then until World War II it was used by the Seigneur of St. Ouen to stock fish, such as carp, and the surrounding land was used as a hunting ground.
The Trust acquired its first small parcel of land in this area in 1972 and now the reserve covers 50 hectares.
Walking around the reserve you will see why the site was used as a hunting ground; it is simply bursting with wildlife. From wildflowers to tiny insects, small mammals, green lizards and spectacular birds, La Mare au Seigneur presents a fantastic and extremely rare opportunity to view a vast array of wildlife in its natural habitat.
With almost 200 bird species recorded at the site in the last ten years, this is an unmissable site for birdwatchers, whether avid or beginner.