The most predominate cork oak forests in the world are in Spain and Portugal. These forests are also home to a wide variety of wildlife:
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Iberian LynxA critically endangered species affected by habitat loss and the decline in the rabbit populations of Spain and Portugal due to Myxomatosis. Advocacy groups include SOS Lynx and Programa de Conservación Ex-situ del Lince Ibérico (website provides this image as well as some hopelessly cute pictures of lynx cubs) |
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Iberian EagleHaving to overcome many of the same challenges as the Iberian Lynx the Iberian Eagle is a globally threatened species that has experienced a modest recovery. In May of 2011 SEO/Birdlife set-up a live webcam similar to that of the Decorah Eagles that features a nest of this species. |
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Mediterranean ChameleonA slow moving, territorial reptile. The tail acts as a fifth limb capabable of grasping branches and its lightning fast tongue lies in wait for prey in a spring-like coil. (photo courtesy of Andalucian Guides) |
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Cork Oak AcornsOne of the main staples of the Iberian black pig’s diet, also the food of choice for the Common crane which migrates to the cork oak forests during winter. (Photo courtesy of the Professional Institute of Agriculture and Environment “Cettolini” of Cagliari) |