The forming of the Danube Delta has began about 13 000 years ago, and is still in process. This link contains the steps of the evolution and the part played by the Danube branches in the nowadays configuration of the Delta.

The general aspect of the Delta is that of a plain (55% of its surface is between 0 and 1 m). Geographic position (The Delta is crossed by the 45⁰ parallel). A few words about the climate in the Danube Delta: temperate-continental climate with sea influences. On the territory of the Delta there are over 30 different ecosystems.

Fishing spots, baits used in sportive fishing and periods of fishing are presented here for the most known an appreciated species of fish. The represented fish: pike, sheatfish, carp, pike carp, crucian, perch and others, have a description and a photo.

The Danube Delta is also named "Birds' Paradise" due to over 320 species of birds that visit the delta area. The link contains info on the birds of the Delta, and a classification. The most known birds have also a short description along with a illustration.

Specific to the Danube Delta, reed islets present high interest by their importance to the reedthicket ecosystem. You can find in this link a description and a general classification

This link contains a small dictionary of some specific words, along with pictures: fishery, ghiol, flood patch, lotca, floating reed islet, etc.