Wildlife in Spain is incredibly diverse, from Iberian lynx and brown bears to flamingos and eagles. Spain’s varied landscapes, including mountains, wetlands, and forests, provide habitats for many unique species. Observing wildlife offers a chance to connect with nature and learn about conservation efforts.
There will be a marked difference between the first and second parts of this month as plants succumb to the heat and set their seeds. Areas that have held high moisture levels during the winter and spring will now come into their own with ribbons of bright pink Oleanders mapping the watercourses with Penny Royal … Read more
The ocellated lizard is the largest lizard resident in Europe growing to an adult size between 40 to 60 centimetres and sometimes reaching 90 centimetres. Generally, two thirds of the length is taken up by the thick tail. The legs, especially the hind legs, are muscular and strong, with long curved and sharp claws. The … Read more
The Spanish Fir (Abies pinsapo) is a species of tree which survived the last glaciation. An elegant tree growing to a height of about 25m with a conical shape. Its growth is dense and a rich green, although there are occasional specimens of a blue colouration. The branches generally form rings around the trunk. The … Read more
Non-venomous English: Southern smooth snake. Scientific: Coronella girondica (Daudin 1803). Castilian: Culebra Lisa Meridional. Catalan: Serp llisa meridional. Portuguese: Cobra bordalesa. Family: Colubridae. Distribution: Iberia and much of Mediterranean basin area. The Southern Smooth Snake is a slim, elegant snake with a rounded body and an average length of around 60cm, some reaching just under … Read more