SOUTH SARDINIA AND ITS WETLANDS

Southern Sardinia is rich in wetlands of international importance, protected by the Ramsar Convention. Numerous bird species find refuge in these lagoons, some of which are protected as they are at risk of extinction, while others have now become sedentary due to the excellent climatic conditions on our island.

Molentargius and Santa Gilla Lagoons

In recent decades these lagoons have become the undisputed oases of colonies of pink flamingos, which have resumed nesting there. There are countless colonies of water birds hiding among the glasswort and several tree species in the lagoon including egrets, avocets, black-winged stilts and sultan chickens.

The lagoons of Muravera

Extensive, romantic and rich: these are the wetlands of Colostrai and Feraxi, safeguarding the biodiversity of the area. Oases of Community importance, they host the nature eco-museum and the environmental education centre.

The Lagoon of Nora

The Lagoon of Nora is located on the south-western coast of Sardinia, in the territory of Pula. The main body of water is separated from the sea by the Fradis Minoris peninsula, the undisputed realm of ducks, egrets, herons and the rare Corsican seagull. In its waters, populated by eels, mullets, sea bass, bream and sea bream, fishing is carried out using traditional systems, respecting the natural cycle of the ecosystem so to allow sustainable economic activities while safeguarding biodiversity. In the area there is an Aquarium, a visitor centre and a fishing tourism centre.