Little critters
Summer is now in full swing with gardens and rural locations full of small wildlife. This month, I bring some of the wonders you can spot at this time of
Algarve eagles
The Iberian Peninsula is home to a few eagle species, and I’m often sent photos asking to identify them. This month, I bring you the eagle species you may be
Azure-winged magpie – A touch of blue
No matter where you are in the Algarve (and many other parts of Portugal except the north), you will find a beautiful magpie, often in large noisy flocks. I remember
Blue Tit – Small and beautiful
It’s easy to get excited about the seasonal return of the favourites of many such as the European bee-eaters, golden orioles and birds of prey such as the short-toed eagle,
Trails of the authentic Algarve
A bike ride created for locals…by locals This is one that does exactly what it says on the tin. It’s a Trans Algarve Mountain Bike tour across the back hills
The wonderful world of Algarve wildflowers
Watch your step and keep a look out for the region’s stunning wildflowers Anyone who lives in, has visited, or knows about the Algarve is almost certainly familiar with its
Woodpeckers found in Portugal
Knock on wood? During springtime, it is common to hear woodpeckers not only “drumming” on trees but also man-made objects, but are they confused, or do they have an amazing
A walk from the village of Santa Margarida
The small village of Santa Margarida is usually overlooked by visitors to its neighbour, the popular village of Alte, sitting up the hill to the west of Alte. In truth,
The Algarve … Europe’s best kept secret for road cycling?
You have to admit there are not many places where you can be sitting in your local back-street café, enjoying a quiet drink in the sunshine when, out of nowhere,
Our favourite birds return this spring
Last month, my article regarding the reliance the wildlife has on the river was perfectly timed. The day the article was published, it rained enough to start the river running