Tag: Estrela Mountain

The Iberian Rock Lizard

14/12/2023 0:03
Wildlife Portugal
Estrela Mountain, Wildlife
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This curious reptile can be seen on the highest altitudes of the Estrela Mountain, taking advantage of the flat granite outcrops. It is an exclusive species to the mountainous areas of Cantabria and Galicia (Spain) and Estrela Mountain (Portugal). It is therefore an Iberian endemic. In Portugal, the only population of this reptile occurs above [...]

Chestnuts

30/10/2020 22:20
Wildlife Portugal
Autumn
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Autumn is also the time for some wild fruits, like chestnuts, which is common and well appreciated in many mountain areas of Portugal. It was of major importance on the rural communities of the old days, as it represented an important source of food that could be used throughout the year. Nowadays, chestnut woods represent [...]