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Description
During winter most sea birds except for the overwintering gulls and terns leave the Canary Islands. Interestingly the Madeiran Storm Petrel breeds in the archipelago during winter, but on inaccessible rocky islands. If you are lucky it can be seen flying out at sea looking for food. In early november it is still possible to find Cory's Shearwater and Barolo Shearwater. During spring and summer these birds can be found regularly as well as others like Wilson's Storm Petrel, Manx Shearwater and Bulwer's Petrel
Gulls and terns that can be found are Yellow-legged Gull, Lesser Black-backed Gull, Sandwich Tern and occasionly Audouin's Gull and Mediterranean Gull
Details
Access
The waters around Gran Canaria can of course only be visited by boat. If you don't have a boat or a friend with a boat the best way to explore this locality is either by ferry to another island or by dolphin tour. Some sea birds like Cory's Shearwater follow dolphin pods in hopes of getting some food. Different tours depart from the harbour of Puerto Rico. See links to operators below.
Terrain and Habitat
SeaConditions
No shadow , Open landscapeCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
NoGood birding season
Summer , Spring , AutumnBest time to visit
Summer , SpringDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
BoatBirdwatching hide / platform
NoLinks
- Spirit of the Sea: boat tours Gran Canaria
- Lineas Bluebird boat tours Gran Canaria
- Multiacuatic boat tours Gran Canaria