Spring arrivals

The Natural Park of Ria Formosa is important stopover for millions migratory birds. It was considered an IBA (Important Bird Area).
IBAs are key sites with international importance for the conservation of birds. Those places hold one or more globally threatened species; have an exceptionally large number of migratory birds.
Spring migration is starting. This is the time to look for the little tern, the kentish plover and more.
Is also the perfect time four a boat tour in Ria Formosa Natural Park. Join us!

Imperial Eagle died in Mértola, Portugal

On the first week of March, the male juvenile of was the result of the only successful reproduction of the specie in 2008. This individual was found dead in a hunting reserve in Castro Verde, Mértola.
Imperial Eagle is one of the rarest birds of prey in the world. It only exists in Portugal and Spain, counting no more than 200 couples. It has a high conservation status in Europe.
SPEA considers “this action a serious crime against Nature and unfortunately this is not unique case in our fields. Often the large birds of prey such as eagles, vultures and goshawk are victims of slaughter with weapons of hunting and poisoning. Deplorable crimes against nature, which put at risk many endangered species of our fauna, almost go unpunished.”
Source: SPEA

Birding boat tour

Natura Algarve and SPEA will organize in 28th March a bird watching boat tour. With the first migratory birds arriving from south, Ria Formosa is the perfect spot to find waders. We provide binoculars, telescope and a boat with electric engine. This tour will be perfect for beginners on bird watching. It will start at 9am until 16pm, from Olhão. For more information please contact Alexandra Lopes alexandra.lopes@spea.pt +351 91 322 04 30.