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Hundreds of birds to watch first hand
The excellent state of conservation of the habitat of the birds turns Extremadura into a true bird watching paradise.
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Birdwatching Extremadura
The excellent state of conservation of the habitat of the birds turns Extremadura into a true bird watching paradise.
The excellent state of conservation of the habitat of the birds turns Extremadura into a true bird watching paradise.
If you love nature and bird watching, you're in luck, because this autonomous region is considered to be one of the best European destinations for bird watching, where more than 340 different species can be seen throughout the year.
In recognition of its ornithological importance, more than 75% of Extremadura has been included within the Important Areas for Birds in Spain list, which is an exceptional accomplishment at both national and European level.
It is worth pointing out the importance that Extremadura plays in the conservation of some of the most threatened species of birds in Europe, as well as the habitats in which they live. This is the case for such emblematic species as the Iberian imperial eagle, black stork, the black vulture, the eagle, the vulture, the lesser kestrel, marsh harrier and bustard.
Every year a fair and two festivals are held with birds as the main attraction: the FIO (Feria Internacional de Turismo Ornitológico, or International Ornithological Tourism Fair), which is considered to be the most important of its kind in southern Europe; el Festival de las Aves Ciudad de Cáceres, or the Bird Festival of the City of Cáceres and el Festival de las Grullas de Extremadura, or the Festival of the Cranes of Extremadura.
19 bird watching routes have been created throughout the region, so that you can enjoy this outdoor nature activity in a large part of the region.
A bird watching club was recently established, where companies and institutions that provide specialised services for bird watchers can get together.
You can find much more information on the website specialising in this type of tourism at: www.birdinginextremadura.com
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Festival of the Cranes
This festival will give you a chance to learn about the behaviour of these birds wintering in Extremadura.
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FIO, ornithology showcase
At this event you'll be able to enjoy the great outdoors and get to know more about the world of birds.
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Birds Festival of Cáceres
Nature and ornithology in a city which is a World Heritage Site supporting sustainability and environment
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Week of the Stork, a tribute to this bird
Malpartida de Cáceres, the European town of the stork, holds an event that emphasises its ornithological richness.
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Monfragüe Y Las Dehesas Del Entorno Special Protection Area (SPA) for Birds
The many and diverse ecosystems that make up the Monfragüe Y Las Dehesas Del Entorno Special Protection Area for Birds have given rise to a wide variety of wildlife in this protected area of Cáceres, the second largest in Extremadura.
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Arrocampo reservoir
This dam is on the Arrocampo river in Cáceres province, close to where the river flows into the Tagus
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Los Barruecos Natural Monument
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Llanos Y Complejo Lagunar De La Albuera SPA
The home of different species, the environmental significance of which has earned it the classification as a site of international importance.
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Alqueva nature theme park
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