Cyprus is rich in flora and boasts at least 2000 plant species. Many however and were bought to the island from other far flung continents. The most important of the 'locally produced' are found on the two mountain ranges of Troodos and Pentadactylos, Paphos forest and the Akamas peninsula. At whatever time you visit Cyprus you will see lovely specimens so make sure you take your camera or sketchpad with you!
As for fauna the island has a good variety, but sadly has very few species of mammal, which number approximately 30. Zoologists say that the early arrivals to the island were in fact hippopotami and elephants, both excellent swimmers. Where did they come from? If you know please do get in touch, we would love to hear from you!
Today however Cyprus has lost some of its old species. For example the mesopotamian deer or wild boar have not been so lucky and are extinct from the island. However it is not all sad news and The moufflon, a wild European sheep hoever has managed to bounce back from a few dozen in the last century. Depending where you go in Cyprus you might well spot one or two. If you spot any on your travels though please do let us know!
However ecologists feel that the monk seal will soon disappear from Cyprus unless a huge effort is made. Cyprus has a very healthy colony of bats and are very important to the islands economy derived from agriculture as they keep inspects down.
Whilst Cyprus lacks in mammals it more than makes up for in birds, with over 400 reported species being spotted. Some use Cyprus as a migration stop-over, and who can blame them, whilst others make Cyprus their permanent home. Cyprus is a bird watchers paradise!
Cyprus lists about 25 reptile species amongst its inhabitants. One of the best loved species and one which all tourists enjoy watching is the sea turtle. Cyprus is doing all it can to protect two endangered species of turtle, namely the Loggerhead and the Green turtle.
To book one of our quality properties in Paphos visit Paphos Villas. If you want to look at the whole of our portflio of Cyprus properties visit Cyprus
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