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Malpaís de Rasca

Tenerife  >  Spain

On the southern-most point of Tenerife stand the remains of an old volcano whose petrified tongues of lava disappear into the ocean.

Añadido* por Team Birdingplaces
Última actualización 29 agosto 2023

Descripción

The Malpaís de Rasca nature reserve with its volcanic cones that dominate the area create a striking and unique coastal landscape. The other-worldly landscape is created by tongues of lava known as malpaís (meaning "bad country" because of its rough ground). The area is home to inland and coastal species of Canary Island spurges and euphorbia, as well as a number of native plant species.

Various species of sea birds and herons can be seen on the coastline and above sea. Especially during migration periods this is a nice area for birding and making the beautiful coastal walk to the lighthouse of Faro de Rasca. Among the birds you can see on the coastline during migration are Chorlito Gris, Vuelvepiedras Común, Chorlitejo Grande, Zarapito Trinador, Andarríos Chico, Archibebe Claro and Garceta Común. Birds out on see include mainly Pardela cenicienta, Gaviota Patiamarilla and sometimes other seabirds. Inland birds include Perdiz Moruna, Alcaudón Norteño, Curruca Tomillera and Bisbita Caminero. Outside the migration period, the birding is far less interesting, although the walk to the lighthouse remains a great scenic hike.

Detalles

Accesso

To reach Malpaís de Rasca, take the TF-1 motorway and turn off at Guaza. Head towards the village of El Palm-mar and park there on the edge of town at the beginning of the coastal path. Click on the P in the map for directions. In the nature reserve of Malpaís de Rasca, only access on the coastal path is allowed. The coastal path from El Palm-mar to the lighthouse is indicated on the map and is 3 km one way, and 6 km there and back.

Terreno y habitat

Mar , Cañón/acantilado

Condiciones

Sin sombra , Paisaje abierto , Rocoso

Camino circular

No

¿Se necesita telescopio?

Buena época para el avistamiento de aves

Todo el año

Mejor momento para visitar

Migración de primavera , Migración de otoño

Ruta

Camino ancho

Camino difícil de andar

Caminata media

Accesible vía

A pie

Escondite de observación / plataforma

No

Información extra

For watching the seabirds out on sea a spotting scope is necessary. In order not to carry the telescope all the way to the lighthouse, you can also use the viewpoint at the beginning of the walk for seabird watching.

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