Reserva Natural Parcial do Ilhéu do Topo
This islet plan with about twenty hectares of extension was classified as Partial Natural Reserve in 1984. The whole island and the adjacent coast were classified as a Special Protection area due to the importance of its avifauna. Here can be found several species, with emphasis on the common tern cagarro, garajau – rosado and angelito. Access is prohibited but, for those who want to see, just go to the viewing point of the tip.
Contacts
Ponta do Topo
9875,Topo
- Protected areas
- car access
Characteristics
Natural Resources near Reserva Natural Parcial do Ilhéu do Topo
Pico de São João
This is the peak, with an altitude of approximately 800 m, which rises the Ribeira de São João.
Poças Vicente Dias
Natural pools of clear waters, located next to the parque de campismo da Calheta, just 30 metres from the sea. Offers fantastic panoramic views over the island…
Zona de Protecção Especial do Ilhéu do Topo e Costa Adjacente
This area is protected due to the diversity and richness of its marine avifauna. Here the common tern nests, garajau – rosado, angelito and the frulho.
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