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BIRD LIFE IN THE WESTERN
ALGARVE
Forming the south western tip of Europe, the strategic location
of the western Algarve makes it one of Europe’s principal
migration spots, for both land and seabirds. Bathed in a Mediterranean
climate, with a benign year round marine influence, the area is
excellent for bird watching in all seasons. Situated in the heart
of the Western Algarve, AlmaVerde is ideally positioned for the
birdwatcher. With the Parque Natural de Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa
Vicentina on its doorstep and other interesting sites nearby, a
great variety of species can be seen, including a wealth of rare
and highly sought for birds. The Costa Vicentina has recently been
designated an IBA (Important Bird Area), a world-wide network implemented
by Birdlife International. In addition, two important European conservation
statutes have been applied: the entire area is designated as an
SPA (Special Protection Area) for avifauna, and the area north and
west of AlmaVerde is part of Rede Natura 2000.
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