Serra da Pescaria Bio-Reserve
The Serra da Pescaria Bio-Reserve is the second Bio-Reserve created by Milvoz, an area that was donated to the association. Located south to Nazaré, this slope of Serra da Pescaria is home to a diverse low Mediterranean shrubland highly exposed to sea wind.
In this paradisiacal setting, distinctive plant species grow, such as junipers, the mastic tree, the kermes oak, the heather, the maritime pine and the stone pine, creating a dense and impenetrable vegetation formation that is a refuge for many animal species.
The most easily spotted include the black-headed warbler and the wood warbler, birds that are well adapted to dense bushes, where they take refuge and search frantically for food.
At the top of the slope, at the top of a taller plant, we can find the common wagtail, which is constantly on the lookout for movements in its territory. Less easy to spot, the common wagtail sings its melodious song hidden among the curlews. With a remarkable ability to remain motionless in the air while flapping its wings, scrutinising the ground in search of small rodents, birds or insects, the common kestrel always enchants the eye.
As far as mammals are concerned, the presence of the wild rabbit stands out, revealed by the small tunnels that form its trails through the vegetation, as well as its latrines in the middle of the trails. Their presence attracts predators such as foxes and genets, which also occur on the hillside.
As for the reptiles, the sardon is a noteworthy, albeit rare, presence. The more common Carbonell's lizard and bush lizard often cross our path on sunny days, always on the lookout for potential predators such as the ruthless rat snake.
Become a member of the Milvoz team in Nazaré!
Due to the remoteness of the Serra da Pescaria Bio-Reserve, compared to the Milvoz team's daily action centre, we are creating a group of citizens who will be able to visit this Bio-Reserve regularly and make it more active.
If you are interested in taking part in the mission to protect and conserve this marvellous place, please contact us by email or via our social networks.