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Petrio

Lesvos  >  Greece

Small village in the north of the island of Lesvos. The village is surrounded by scrubby, rocky hillsides and large rock formations. Lots of shrikes.

Added* by Steve Stokes
Most recent update 26 juni 2025
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Description

Petrio is a small village with scrubby, rocky hillsides and large rock formations. The area has many oaks and other small trees. You can observe shrikes like Hvitpannevarsler and Rødhodevarsler and other birds like Klippespettmeis, Hærfugl, Bieter and Mellomspett.

Details

Access

Petrio is located in the north of the island of Lesvos, near the coastal town of Petra. Easy parking in the bend before reaching the village or at the entrance of the village. Press a P on the map for directions. The distance can also be walked from nearby Petra (about 2,5 km) or you can get there by taxi.

Terrain and Habitat

Scattered trees and bushes , Mountain

Conditions

Hilly , Rocky , Dry

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Paved road , Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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