Wildlife

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.

Killer whale – Orcinus orca – Orca

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Orcas in Spanish waters

The killer whale, scientifically known as Orcinus orca or simply orca in Spanish, is a highly intelligent and social marine mammal. It is the largest member of the dolphin family and can be found in oceans all over the world, including off the coast of Spain. The “Iberian orcas” belong to the type found usually … Read more

The Black Vulture (Aegypius monachus) and the LIFE Aegypius Return project in Spain

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Black Vulture - aegypius monachus - Birds and Birdwatching in Spain

The Black Vulture (Aegypius monachus), the largest of the Iberian vultures, is a strictly forest-dwelling bird, closely linked to the vast expanses of Mediterranean forest and scrub that cover the slopes of the western and central mountains of the peninsula and the Balearic Islands. Read on to find out about The Black Vulture (Aegypius monachus) and the LIFE Aegypius Return project in Spain

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Bearded Vulture – Gypaetus barbatus – Quebrantahuesos

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Bearded Vulture - Gypaetus barbatus - Quebrantahuesos
  • English: Bearded Vulture
  • Spanish: Quebrantahuesos
  • Alternative names / spellings: Lammergeier, Lammergeyer, Lammergeir.
  • Catalan: Trencalòs

The Bearded Vulture – Gypaetus barbatus – Quebrantahuesos is one of the largest raptors in Spain and also the rarest. It has a wingspan of 2.8 m and length of around 1.10 m. The dark, narrow wings taper to a point while the tail is long and wedge shaped. The body, legs and head are a dirty white although they deliberately stain this to a dark orange colour using iron oxides contained in calcareous rock where available. They have dark feathers around the eyes and it is the long bristles draped beside the bill which leads to the English common name of Bearded Vulture.

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The Brown Bear Population in the Cantabrian Mountains: Facts and Controversies

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The brown bear population in the Cantabrian Mountains has been a topic of significant discussion and research. Recent data and conflicting reports have sparked debates about the true state of the population and the effectiveness of conservation efforts. This article aims to consolidate information from two contradictory reports to provide a comprehensive overview of the … Read more