Animals in Greece
Being in Greece for a week we could see and encounter different animal species that are not present in Poland. After reading this article you will know them all!
1. Caretta Caretta turtles
A beautiful closeup shot of a large turtle swimming underwater in the ocean
These turtles are the symbol of the island of Zakynthos. If we go to the ocean, we can see them live. The residents are very proud of them and therefore their image is visible almost everywhere.
2.Birds such as pelicans, herons, avocet, and stilt stilts.
The most common place to see birds are the mountains.
The most interesting area for bird watching in Greece is the mountains. You can spot the mountain crow, the blue thrush and the bar-tailed godwit. In addition, all four European species of vulture, buzzards and eagles live there.
3.Mammals
Strictly protected wolves, brown bears, lynx, grizzlies and wild boars live in the north of the country. Typically European species of foxes, badgers, squirrels, hares and hedgehogs complete this landscape of small game.
4.Reptiles
Greece, being a hot and rocky country, provides an excellent ecosystem for various kinds of reptiles. The most numerous are lizards.
In the areas of the islands you can meet, for example, Rhodian dragons (agamas). We should not be surprised to visit a gecko in a Greek dwelling house, because it happens very often. However, fortunately it is not dangerous, but it is great at dealing with all kinds of mosquitoes and insects.
On the Aegean islands you’ll find colorful chameleons and snakes lurking in the bushes, most of which are not venomous. Greece is also home to many species of turtles, both aquatic and terrestrial.
5.Insects
Speaking about the Greek fauna one cannot forget about the insects, which are small in number but perfectly make up for it. Beetles, grasshoppers, crickets and cicadas are very numerous here. Maybe someone will spot a praying mantis camouflaging perfectly among the grasses. The Greek forests, meadows and coasts are enchanted by the colorful parades of butterflies
6 Farm Animals
The most commonly farmed animals in this mazing country include:
- Domestic sheep
This species is the most common in Greece. Because the country is mountainous, the animals have excellent conditions there. The main products of sheep are hides, meat, milk and wool. It is a tradition in Greece to eat a lamb at Easter dinner. During a trip to this country, you can definitely see their breeding. Sheep’s milk is mainly used to make feta, a cheese popular in this region.
- Goat
Goats, like sheep, do not require much. They also like the mountainous terrain that prevails there. According to Greek beliefs, the goat fed the greatest of the gods, Zeus. In Greece goats are bred mainly for their meat, milk and skin. Greek feta is supplemented with goat’s milk.
- Pigs
Pigs are also raised in Greece. It is mainly used for meat, offal and skin.
7. In addition to such animals, there are also a large number of neglected and stray animals on the streets of Greece. The most common case of these animals are dogs and cats. Very often there are fights or bites between them and they are in bad health.
