Menorca
is a haven to wildlife. For instance, Son Bou has a large
protected
wetland that sees a huge variety of migratory and local
birds
- from
Crested Cormorants to Marbled Ducks. Rare species
like the
Black Lizard
and Dragonmouth plant thrive. On your travels
you may
well see Red Kites and Buzzards wheeling overhead.
Did
you know?
• At the festival of
Sant Antoni locals bring their pets to the Priest for
a public blessing. Dogs, cats, birds, horses, ferretts -
Goldfish!
• There is a large
indigenous population of spur-thighed Tortoises
living wild in Menorca.
•
There are no foxes on Menorca. Strangely, there is a healthy
rabbit population. Could
there be a connection?
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Tip: Take a leisurely stroll around a resort's quieter
areas and you may be rewarded with the sight of a brightly coloured
Hoopoe searching the hedgerows for lunch.
Cats
in Need looks after the sick and injured homeless cats around the
island. To make a donation or sponsor a cat call: 610012628
Good
news for animal lovers. There is no bullfighting in Menorca.
Go
wild with these...
GOB
The Balearic Group for Ornithology and defence of Nature has a host of
materials and publications about the wildlife of Menorca, protecting
the environment, and they organise regular nature excursions. Children
are most welcome! Visit their centre in Cami d'es Castell in Mahon
Monday to Friday or visit their website for more info:
www.gobmenorca.com
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