Andorra

Andorra is a landlocked country in Europe located on the Iberian Peninsula. This country shares a border with France and Spain. Over 200 species of animals live in the country. They include mammals like the western roe deer, birds like the peregrine falcon, and reptiles like the smooth snake. People can observe the country’s diverse animals in the wild, protected areas, and zoos

The National Animal of Andorra

The national animal of Andorra is the Bruna d’Andorra cow. The cattle breed is inscribed on the nation’s flag. The national bird of the country is the Lammergeier, also known as the bearded vulture. The population of this large bird is on the decline in Andorra and other parts of the world. The bearded vulture is known for its large wingspan that can reach over 9 feet!

Where to Find Wild Animals in This Country

The best places to find wild animals in Andorra is by going to national parks in the country. These protected areas help people encounter the flora and fauna of the country in a natural setting. The Parc Natural de la Vall de Sortenyhas over 700 species of flowers and plants across 1,000 hectares!

Meanwhile, Parc Natural Comunal de les Valles del Comapedrosa is a mountainous nature park where people can see the famous bearded vultures and golden eagles!

What Zoos Are in Andorra?

While they may not rival some of the most famous zoos in the world, visitors to Andorra can see animals in zoo-like settings. Naturland is one such park in southern Andorra that is like a petting zoo with various animals like sheep, chickens, geese, and pigs. Nature parks are a better source of animal sightings.

The Most Dangerous Animals in Andorra

Andorra has some dangerous species people should know about before visiting. The most dangerous animals in Andorra include:

• False widows– spiders with a mildly venomous bite that can cause pain and potentially more damage in humans.
• Asp viper– venomous snakes that can cause a medically significant bite.
• Wild boars– large swine that can gore pets and humans while passing on significant infections.

Few truly dangerous animals live in this landlocked country, but it’s worth knowing about those that can cause harm to humans.

Endangered Animals in Andorra

This small country has a few endangered animals. Among them are:

• European rabbits
• Wild horses
• Aurelio’s rock lizard

These are a few of the most famous endangered animals in the region. They require support to stave off extirpation. Fortunately, the nation has developed some protected areas. If people continue to support the endangered species, these animals and others may survive for future generations.  

Animals

Nematode

Nematodes range in size from 1/10 of an inch to 28 feet long

Animals List