Wildlife on Alonissos

Alonissos is part of the National Marine Park of Alonissos. This status will give you an idea of the wealth of rare flora and fauna that exists on the islands around Alonissos

The deserted areas around Alonissos are home to the Mediterranean Monk Seal (Monachus Monachus), the most endangered marine mammal in Europe. Common dolphins, striped dolphins and pilot whales may also be seen. Snorkelling offers an opportunity to glimpse the glorious underwater life in the Park.

There are over 80 species of bird on the islands. These include the endangered Shag, Audouin’s Gull and Eleonora’s Falcon. The rare Capra Aegagrus goat lives on the island of Yioura.

The island has areas of dense pine forests. Olives, almonds, junipers and maples and the rare Amelanchier chelmea also thrive.

The wild flowers in the Spring are quite amazing. Every patch of land turns into a carpet of vivid colour. We have many varieties of orchids, masses of poppies and gladioli amongst many others.