If one is interested in exploring the varied wildlife in Agadir, then one will not be disappointed. The city in south Morocco houses a wide range of wildlife flora and fauna, which will certainly excite nature lovers from across the world. But most of the wildlife in Agadir is concentrated outside the city and if one is interested in exploring this facet of the city then one requires time.
But even while one is in the city, one will have brief encounters with the wild habitats of Agadir. You must rise early to spot the varied species of birds that can be spotted at the city of Agadir. A few of the species that you will notice within the city include Spotless Starling, House Bunting and Bulbuls. There are other species like Blackcap and Chiffchaff that occupy the skies of Agadir, they are less noticeable than the others.
The wildlife lovers, especially avid bird watchers can head for the coastal cliffs in northern Agadir. You will find major bird species like the Thekla Lark, Blue Rock Thrush and the Moussier's Redstart here. Occasionally, you can also see the Barbary Partridge too. If your desire for bird watching in Agadir is not satisfied then head for the sandy stretches of Atlantic shore, which are the haunt of Audoin's Gulls, Cory's Shear and Crested Tern.
One can then take a drive inland into the Atlas Mountains where one can view the local species of Blue Tit and Chaffinch. This will certainly be a memorable experience for any wildlife enthusiast.
Wildlife tours in Agadir will be considered incomplete without visiting the Souss Masa National Park. Located in the southern outskirts of the city, it is considered the best birding sites in Morocco. The park was opened in 1991 and is home to the endangered Bald Ibis, making it a paradise for bird watchers.
Other varieties of birds, which you can spot at the National Park, are Ruddy Shelduck, Marbled Duck and Red-crested Pochard. During December you can also watch the Great Spotted Cuckoos, Pallid Swifts, Hoopoes, Red-rumped Swallows, House Martins and Reed Warblers. While the months of February and March harbors species like Little Bittern, Night Squacco and Purple Herons, Spoonbill, Baillon's Crakes, Gull-billed Tern and Bee-eater. If you are a bird lover, make sure that you plan your holiday during the months of February, March, April and September to November, the best time to visit the park.
But the Park also houses a large number of mammals too. Among the most commonly sighted ones are the Algerian Hedgehog, Barbary Ground-squirrel, Jackal, Red Fox, Weasel, Egyptian Mongoose and African Wild Cat. Reptiles and amphibians are also found here and mainly include species such as Green Toad, Edible Frog, Stripe-necked Terrapin, Helmeted, Dwarf and Moorish Geckos, Bibron's Agama, Orange-tailed and Senegal Skinks and Leopard Lizards. Wildlife tours in Agadir also features a trip to Admine Forest. Located at the outskirts of the cityscape, this forest area is a haven for tortoise and other reptiles.
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