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Unveiling Gran Canaria’s Natural Splendors: Join the 12th Gran Canaria Walking Festival 2023 for an Unforgettable Adventure!

August 31, 2023 by clive

Are you a nature enthusiast? Have you had the pleasure of experiencing the beauty of Gran Canaria? If not, now is the time to seize the opportunity and embark on an unforgettable adventure at the 12th Gran Canaria Walking Festival 2023

Introducing the 12th edition of the Gran Canaria Walking Festival 2023 – an event tailored to nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts. Step into the world of international hiking and immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of Gran Canaria. This annual extravaganza gathers walkers from across the globe, offering an unparalleled and unique experience.

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Triumph Over Invasive Species: Bullfrog Successfully Eradicated from Ebro Delta Region

August 31, 2023 by clive

In a remarkable turn of events, the once-menacing bullfrog population in the Ebro delta natural park has been successfully eradicated. This victory against an invasive species marks a significant achievement in conservation efforts and safeguarding local ecosystems. Previously, the presence of bullfrog tadpoles had triggered concerns among experts about the potential harm they could inflict … Read more

A wind farm project is halting the reintroduction of the bearded vulture in the Maestrazgo.

July 31, 2023 by clive

Bearded Vulture - Gypaetus barbatus - Quebrantahuesos

Environmentalists believe the Maestrazgo is an ideal area for the bearded vulture, but a wind farm project is halting the reintroduction of the bearded vulture in the Maestrazgo for the foreseeable future. Read about the Maestrazgo here: https://wildsideholidays.co.uk/maestrazgo-global-geopark/ The Foundation for the Conservation of the Bearded Vulture (FCQ), in agreement with environmental authorities, has decided … Read more

The Iberian Imperial Eagle: A Success Story in Conservation

July 19, 2023 by clive

Conservation efforts have been successful in keeping the Iberian Imperial Eagle, A Mediterranean endemic species, from extinction. Between 2021 and 2022, there were 821 pairs in Spain and 20 in Portugal, an increase of 53% since 2017.

(Above photo by Photo by José Antonio Lagier Martin – https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=74215438)

The LIFE Imperial project

The Iberian Imperial Eagle Working Group, made up of representatives of environmental agencies from Spain and Portugal and with the advice of experts and specialized entities, has presented the results of the monitoring and conservation work carried out in favor of one of the emblematic species of the Spanish fauna, and the only endemic raptor of the Iberian Peninsula.

Between 2021 and 2022, a minimum of 841 pairs of Iberian Imperial Eagle were recorded, 821 in Spain and 20 estimated in Portugal. This data represents an increase of 53% of the population since 2017, the previous year in which a coordinated census at the Iberian level was compiled, which then offered 536 pairs.