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The Azores are an exceptional location for observing marine and accidental birds coming from the American continent during migration periods. The archipelago is one of the most popular destinations for birdwatchers in Europe.
Furthermore, the Lands of Priolo, more particularly Serra da Tronqueira and Pico da Vara, are, as the name suggests, home to the Priolo or Azores Bullfinch (Pyrrhula murina), one of the rarest birds of Europe and endemic to the island of São Miguel.
Aside from the Azores Bullfinch, endemic species of Macaronesia can be spotted, such as the Canary (Serinus canaria), and several endemic subspecies of the Azores, such as the Common Chaffinch (Fringilla coelebs moreletti), Goldcrest (Regulus regulus azoricus), Common Wood Pigeon (Columba palumbus azorica), Blackbird (Turdus merula azorensis), Common Buzzard (Buteo buteo rothschildi), among others.
The banks of Lagoa das Furnas are considered one of the best locations within the region to observe the Grey Heron (Ardea cinerea), a migratory species that can be found throughout the year in this area. The forested area around the edges of the lake serve as food source or shelter for a number of species that land on the banks to rest during their migratory routes; a perfect location for the observation of several endemic subspecies and waders.
The Azorean islands also constitute one of the most important points in the migratory route of the Cory’s Shearwater (Calonectris diomedea borealis), one of the most abundant migratory seabirds in the region, and the Roseate Tern (Sterna dougallii).
Here are some suggestions of the best spots for observing seabirds, migratory and rare species from the European and American continents.
Here, are some of the birdwatching spots found in the Lands of Priolo:
* ZPE Pico da Vara/ Ribeira do Guilherme
Planalto dos Graminhais
Estrada da Tronqueira
Viewpoint of Tronqueira
Grotas Fundas
Pico Bartolomeu
Viewpoint of Salto do Cavalo
* Nordeste
Boca da Ribeira
Lighthouse of Ponta do Arnel
Viewpoint of Vigia da Baleia (Algarvia)
* Povoação
Harbor of Povoação
Lagoa das Furnas
Achada das Furnas
Cova da Burra (Furnas)
Porto da Ribeira Quente
Fajã do Calhau
If you are a curious observer and experienced birdwatcher, there are some companies dedicated to organizing activities related to birdwatching. Here are some suggestions:
Azores Whale Watching TERRA AZUL ![](/NR/rdonlyres/07F1E0D4-6600-484D-9B11-AF48A9486549/695813/MARCAPRIOLO_web.jpg)
Marina de Vila Franca do Campo 4
9680-187 São Miguel – Azores
Bookings: +351 913 453 030
Tel: +351 296 581 361
Email: [email protected]
https://www.azoreswhalewatch.com
Futurismo
Marina Pero de Teive Loja A
9500 Ponta Delgada
Tel: 296 628 522 | 967 808 666
Fax: 296 628 524
Email: [email protected]
www.futurismo.pt
Geo Fun - Animação Turística Lda.
Avenida D. João III, 47 6ª dir/sul
9500-310 Ponta Delgada
Tel: 919 931 562
Fax: 296 098 470
Email: [email protected]
www.geo-fun.com
GerbyBirding
Tel: 296 917 444
Email: [email protected]
www.gerbybirding.com
Picos de Aventura ![](/NR/rdonlyres/07F1E0D4-6600-484D-9B11-AF48A9486549/695813/MARCAPRIOLO_web.jpg)
Avenida Infante D. Henrique
9500 Ponta Delgada
Tel: 296 283 288 | 919 555 685 | 912 525 249
Fax: 296 283 291
Email: [email protected]
www.picosdeaventura.com
Trilhos da Natureza ![](/NR/rdonlyres/07F1E0D4-6600-484D-9B11-AF48A9486549/695813/MARCAPRIOLO_web.jpg)
Beco da Rua dos Prestes de Cima 1
9500-450 Ponta Delgada
Tel: 919 020 506 | 968 687 473
Email: [email protected]
www.trilhosdanatureza.com
TurisVerde de Daniel Melo ![](/NR/rdonlyres/07F1E0D4-6600-484D-9B11-AF48A9486549/695813/MARCAPRIOLO_web.jpg)
Rua Pe. José Rebelo Cordeiro, 11
9500-510 Fajã de Cima
Tel: 296 636177 | 915 172 738
Email: [email protected]
www.turisverde.com
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