The Black Francolin Endemic Bird of Cyprus
A Unique Cypriot Resident The Black Francolin, known locally as the ‘Francolina’, holds a special place in the wildlife of Cyprus. It is a resident breeding bird and, remarkably, the…
Category: Flora and Fauna
The Wild Field Marigold Flower
A Cheerful Wildflower of Open Spaces The Wild Field Marigold flower brings a burst of golden colour to meadows, roadsides, and cultivated fields across Europe and beyond. Known by various…
The Wild Annual Canarygrass Flower
A Versatile Grass with Many Names The Wild Annual Canarygrass refers to several species within the Phalaris genus, most commonly Phalaris minor. People know it by many names, including Lesser…
The Mandragora Officinarum Endemic Plant of Cyprus
The Legendary Mandrake of Cyprus The Mandragora officinarum, known in Greek as mandragoras or locally as kalánthropos meaning “good man,” holds a unique place in the flora of Cyprus. This…
Lathyrus Latifolius Red Pearl
A Perennial Climber with Vibrant Colour The Lathyrus latifolius ‘Red Pearl’ is a stunning perennial plant known for its vibrant red flowers. Gardeners commonly refer to it as the Everlasting…
The European Roller Gokkuzgun (Granga)
The Gökkuzgun (Granga): Europe’s Blue Jewel The European Roller (Coracias garrulus) is a stunning bird known by many names. In Cyprus is commonly known by two Greek names: Κράγκα (Krágka)…
Wild Clary or Salvia Verbenaca Herb Plant
A Mediterranean Native with Global Reach Wild Clary, or Salvia verbenaca, is an herb native to the Mediterranean. It has become naturalized in parts of the eastern United States. Gardeners…
The Bee Orchid Endemic Flower of Cyprus
A Master of Deception The Bee Orchid of Cyprus, known to scientists as Ophrys kotschyi, stands as one of the island’s most extraordinary and beautiful wildflowers. This remarkable plant earns…
The Grey Wagtail Bird
A Flash of Grey and Gold The Grey Wagtail bird is one of the most striking birds to visit Cyprus waterways. Despite its name, a closer look reveals beautiful pastel…
The European Greenfinch
A Splash of Olive Green The European Greenfinch is a common and colourful bird, often heard before it is seen. It belongs to the finch family and is a resident…