From the return of a once-extinct breeding eagle to devastating wildfire losses, here are some of the most significant wildlife and conservation stories reported in Spain during September 2026.
September brought encouraging news for several of Spain’s threatened species, alongside reminders of the pressures facing wildlife across the country. Conservation programmes recorded new breeding successes, wetlands received restoration work, and researchers continued investigating threats ranging from dangerous power lines to illegal persecution.
Here are seven stories that caught our attention during the month.
Clive Muir – Wildside Holidays – Walking, wildlife and culture holidays in Spain
I’ve been living in western Andalucía for more than 20 years and spend much of my time researching and running English-language travel websites about Spain. My work covers destinations including Cádiz, Ronda, Grazalema and the Caminito del Rey, as well as Wildside Holidays, which focuses on walking, wildlife and nature travel in Spain.
Through Wildside Holidays, I share practical information about Spain’s natural parks, mountains, wildlife and walking destinations, drawing on many years of living and travelling in the country. The aim is to help visitors discover Spain’s natural landscapes responsibly and plan rewarding walking and wildlife experiences.