GENERAL INFORMATION ON GREECE
Land & Sea
Greece’s plant life varies with the climate and soil conditions. There are more varieties of wild flowers in Greece than in any other country in Europe.
It is easy to spot lizards, geckos, tortoises and many varieties of birds, butterflies and insects in Greece. Foxes, wild boars, deer and wolves can found in the forests of northern Greece. The seas around Greece are thought to contain 246 species of fish and dolphins are often seen.
Many conservation groups in Greece are trying to fight the damage that has been done to wildlife by pollution, hunting and even tourism. The national forest parks have preserved areas, where bird-watchers can observe birds, including falcons, eagles, hawks and vultures. There are also several programs to protect turtles and seals in sea parks.
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