Lanzarote has a great wealth of native plants, such as Timanfaya seed and the Famara plantain which are both exclusive to Lanzarote.
As far as the invertebrate fauna are concerned, there are a large number of endemic species, some of which have special features due to their adaptation to their surroundings, such as a cricket that lives in holes in the lava and the Blind Albino Crab of the Jameos del Agua.
Birds find refuge in the “Chinijo Archipelago” (the small islands to the north of Lanzarote) where several threatened species live (Osprey, Falcons, Petrels, Shearwaters etc.) and in the arid zones where the Houbara Bustard, the Cream-Coloured Courser or the Stone Curlew are found.
Two reptiles to look out for are the Atlantic Lizard and the Fuerteventura Salamander.
Among the mammals, special mention should be given to the endemic Canary shrew (Crocidura canariensis).
The waters around Lanzarote support a large and varied population of marine species. Fish such as Barracuda, Grouper and Stingray frequent the reefs around the coast, while Hammerhead Sharks are found around the islet of Los Lobos.
Whales, Dolphins, Turtles and Flying Fish can often be seen during a Ferry Crossing or Boat Trip.
MR PAUL CULLEN
I will be staying at costa Teguise on 12/12/2021 for 8 days and would be grateful for any recommendations for photographing birds
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Hi, The plains around Famara are good for desert birds, and Salinas del Janubio for waders. Otherwise the golf courses might be a good bet.
Edel Cavanagh
Hi,
I will be staying in Arrecife with my husband from 15/01/24 until 25/01/24 and would like to find a Birding Tour Guide to take us birdwatching around the island for 1 or 2 days. Can you recommend anybody?
Many thanks.
Jay Zahner
I also am looking for a birding guide for two of us. We would arrive via cruise for the day of Sunday, January 5. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.