Stay informed with the latest news and updates on Spain’s wildlife. From conservation efforts and species sightings to environmental initiatives, this category covers all the important developments affecting Spain’s natural habitats. Learn about rare and endangered species, ecological research, and initiatives that protect the Iberian Peninsula’s biodiversity. Ideal for nature enthusiasts, birders, and conservationists looking to stay connected with Spain’s wildlife.
It seems that the success up in the north of Spain for the Bearded vulture reintroduction now requires the translocation of “floaters”. Ie non breeding bearded vultures that are infringing on the territory of breeding pairs….. It really is fascinating and incredible work that these guys are doing at the Vulture Conservation Foundation. Read more … Read more
The Iberian Lynx “ex situ” captive breeding center, located in Almonte (Doñana Natural Park) has registered the birth of four new lynx cubs born at the El Acebuche breeding center. The news was published on the Facebook page of the captive breeding program. The breeding season in the Lynx Ex-situ Conservation Program continues and new … Read more
Thanks to Rachel over at the Iberia Nature forum for posting the link to the The Instituto de Investigación en Recursos Cinegéticos (IREC)…. See here: https://iberianatureforum.com/forums/topic/the-instituto-de-investigacion-en-recursos-cinegeticos-irec/ Some fascinating studies such as white stork chicks being fed from waste tips, prey size for eagle owls and how to control the overabundance of certain wildlife species in … Read more
Colomera, the female loggerhead sea turtle that spent some time recuperating in the ARCA del Mar aquarium after being rescued by Stranding Network (the University of Valencia and the Oceanogràfic Foundation seems to be on his way home again. The turtle was released at the beach of Bellver de Oropesa (Valencia) on June 25 2020 … Read more