Birdwatching: Common crane, Salamanca

We present you one of the most interesting species you will find in Salamanca - the Common Crane.

Salamanca and its rich fauna

In Salamanca there is a wide variety of adventure options for ecotourism lovers, such as kayaking, canyoning or climbing. Among its many natural areas, you will find mountains such as those of Gata and Béjar, and natural parks such as Las Batuecas Natural Park. Its rich cultural heritage extends throughout the province and merges between its geography with countless landscapes of great scenic value, where you will find various species of fauna such as a great varietyof birds.

Are you up to discover the local fauna?


The activity

We offer you an opportunity to see the Common Crane as well as other types of bird species.

In this route, you will be able to observe this species in the places where they are feed (especially in search of the precious acorns of the holm oaks of the dehesas, the seeds and stubble of crops). The best time for your sighting is the sunset, where thousands of cranes come to rest at their roosts.

Other birds that you will have a chance to observe are the merlin, European Lapwing, Greylag Goose, Mallard, fighter, laughing gull, lapino pipit and the little owl among others.

We are in charge of providing you with the right vehicle and an expert nature guide as well as information dossier of the activity, insurance and binoculars with a telescope.

"If you love birds, come to the province of Salamanca and witness the common crane firsthand"

Warm clothes and suitable footwear