Articles on the frogs, toads, salamanders and newts to be found in and around the Picos de Europa. The picture shows, clockwise from top left; Common frog, Marbled newt, Common midwife toad and Alpine newt. Village springs and watering troughs can be ideal places to look for amphibians as well as the many rivers, streams and tributaries of these mountains.
A general natural history tour of these magnificent mountains, led by Teresa Farino.
4th - 11th May, 2010
Early May brings a certain joie de vivre to the flora and fauna of the Picos, characterised by warm days, colourful butterflies and spectacular spring floral displays of narcissi, gentians and orchids after the long winter. We can also expect to see a good selection of amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals.
Please contact Teresa for more details and booking forms.
Bear News
The latest news from the Cantabrian mountains is a mixture of good and bad, the latter sadly becoming par for the course.
Over the past 20 years, Teresa Farino has compiled a 90-page report (A4) which includes lists of all the mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, butterflies, dragonflies and vascular plants ever recorded in the Picos de Europa, plus summaries of each of these groups and an 8-page introduction to the wildlife of these mountains. If you would like to purchase a printed copy, the price is €17.50, excluding postage & packaging. An electronic copy is €11.
Springtime in the Picos de Europa