Today we'll be looking out for the mammals, birds, reptiles, insects and plants to be found locally; you should see signs of wild boar as well as the more common species of birds and reptiles.
We'll also look at why the Mediterranean has such high bio-diversity and why this part of the Costa Blanca has so many endemic plant species.
Finally we will show you some of the wild plants that were traditionally used for food, medicine, tools, fuel and fabrics and those which should be treated with respect.
What you will discover applies to almost anywhere in the Mediterranean and is knowledge you can take with you on future walking adventures in the region.
The Iberian Lynx is one of Europe's rarest mammals. Formerly common throughout this area it is now restricted to a handful of distant refuges. What are its chances of making a comeback?
Wild boar are common around Tàrbena and, surprisingly, are a serious pest for local farmers. They are also nocturnal, which makes them difficult to see in the wild.
