rewilding in Spain

The Iberian highlands rewilding project

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The Alto Tajo Natural Park is famous for its canyons and gorges formed by the river Tagus and its tributaries

Rewilding is the process of restoring and protecting natural ecosystems by allowing them to develop and function without human intervention. This can include reintroducing native species to an area, removing invasive species, and protecting large wilderness areas. The goal of rewilding is to create resilient and self-sustaining ecosystems that can support a diverse array of plant and animal life.

The Iberian highlands rewilding project looks really interesting!

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Reviving Rivers: The Remarkable Return of European Beavers to the Iberian Peninsula

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Reviving Rivers: The Remarkable Return of Eurasian Beavers to the Iberian Peninsula

European beavers – Castor fiber – El castor europeo, have a fascinating history in the Iberian Peninsula, where the species was documented until the late 16th century before becoming extinct due to over hunting and persecution for its meat and fur.

In 2003, unauthorized beaver reintroductions occurred in the Ebro river basin in Spain. These beavers, protected since 2011, have since expanded into new areas, including the Douro and Tagus basins. Recently, there have been sightings of beavers in the Tormes river, near the Portuguese border, suggesting a potential return to Portugal after extinction in the Middle Ages.

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Wild horses return to the Alto Tajo

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Wild horses return to the Alto Tajo

The caballo serrano, also known as the “Serranía de Guadalajara horse,” is a breed native to the central Iberian Peninsula, specifically the mountainous region of the Serranía de Guadalajara. This breed has played an important role in local rural culture for centuries. The caballo serrano is a small, robust horse with a thick, wiry coat … Read more