These ancient lands remain largely unchanged from prehistoric times, featuring serene lakes that have been seldom disturbed by human activity. They offer a glimpse into a time when nature thrived undisturbed, allowing species like pelicans, ibises, and herons to follow their natural paths in peaceful solitude.
Durrell describes these areas as places where nature's history unfolds quietly, untouched by the rush of modern life. Such environments preserve the slow, evolutionary stories of various bird species, emphasizing their secluded existence and the timelessness of these natural habitats.