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Looking up at the underside of 3 Species of Transylvanian Herp in a clear tray

10 Species of Herps to Look Out For in Transylvania

Posted on July 17, 2020January 19, 2021 by Marian Madalina

Often overlooked, herps (which comprise of reptiles and amphibians) are an integral part of Transylvania’s healthy ecosystem. Frogs, in particular, are a great indicator of a healthy ecosystem, as

What to expect on a birdwatching tour at Angofa Wildlife Centre

Posted on July 14, 2020January 19, 2021 by Sophia Wood

With nearly 400 species of birds, Romania is a perfect place to pick up a new hobby or add to a growing list. While birdwatching might seem intimidating, you

The Importance Of Transylvania’s Storks

Posted on July 14, 2020January 19, 2021 by Marian Madalina

Storks (Ciconia ciconia) are the perfect example of how wildlife and humans can coexist.  Storks have lived in symbiosis with humans since the Middle Ages when woodlands in Europe

Man holding jar of locally made produce

10 Local Products to Try on Your Trip to Transylvania

Posted on July 8, 2020January 19, 2021 by Marian Madalina

Transylvania is one of the most important centers for Romania’s gastronomic heritage. The region’s food history bears the marks of different conquering kingdoms, from the Hungarian Kingdom to the

A bird sitting on a branch, as can be seen on bird-watching wildlife tours in Romania

What Are Bird Point Counts (BPC)?

Posted on June 18, 2020January 19, 2021 by Marian Madalina

Birds are both some of the easiest and toughest animals to study. On the one hand, they are everywhere; every continent has abundant bird species, many of which are

A village in alpine background

Why Transylvania Should be Your Next European Destination

Posted on June 3, 2020January 19, 2021 by Sophia Wood

Tucked into Eastern Europe alongside the Black Sea, Romania is one of the most overlooked destinations in the region. Luckily, this situation means that Romania’s stunning alpine lakes, rolling

What Can the World Learn from Romania’s Unique Conservation Model?

Posted on May 2, 2020January 19, 2021 by Sophia Wood

Romania’s Carpathian Mountains protect over 35% of Europe’s brown bear population, the largest remaining group outside of Russia. With nearly 6,000 individuals, Romania’s bear population appears healthy, and it

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The road to conserving these beautifully biodivers The road to conserving these beautifully biodiverse areas is a complex one. 🌳⁠
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Friends of Wallacea helps local communities create sustainable tourism opportunities for these environments. ⁠
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Find out how you can help protect places like this one by checking out our blog post "20 Ways to Support Conservation Efforts From Home". ⁠
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The link is in our bio. ⁠
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This hungry Cuscus was spotted chomping down on some leaves at our site in Indonesia!⁠
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Our Indonesia site is still closed due to COVID, but we hope to open by the end of 2021.⁠
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This photo was taken by Andy Clark.⁠
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dreaming of a time when we'll be able to be back at the @angofawildlifetours Centre.⁠
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This beautiful image was taken by Joe England (@avifornis).⁠
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✨ Trying to blend into the crowd when it's Janua ✨ Trying to blend into the crowd when it's January and you're still wearing your holiday sweater.⁠
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This Lilac Breasted Roller was spotted in the South African Savannah.⁠
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It likes to perch itself on top of trees and other tall points where it can spot insects, lizards, scorpions small birds and rodents. ⁠
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This photo was taken by Dr. Justin Hines⁠.⁠
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