Neville James-Davies
Born in Wales, I have been visiting Mallorca several times a year since 1990, and got to know the island and its wildlife extremely well, to the extent that I have written two books on the birdlife of the island. I am supporting several conservation groups on the island and for the past three years I have enjoyed writing the 'Wild Majorca' article for the Bulletin, which shows readers the diversity of the flora and fauna that exists here.
Dog Mania: Obsession, disrespect, and the decline of consideration
It still saddens me for example to see such a beautiful little reserve like La Gola in Puerto Pollensa, strewn with dog faeces on the paths and in the grass areas.
Rising floods, fading seasons: A call to protect our planet and embrace nature’s wonders
Something has to give big time as at some point there will be no reversing the climate problems.
We want you out!
Personally I would love to buy a property here but Mallorca has got way too expensive now, and a lot busier too.
In the doghouse
I have a few pet hates if you pardon the pun, with the main one being those that do not pick up their dog mess.
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Orchids and birds in Mallorca
But my eyes kept getting drawn to ground level to enjoy the orchids.
A good start to the day in Mallorca!
The coffee here always tastes divine, and an ideal host to go with a coffee is a ‘tostada de tomate’.
The red-collard fast sinker
Tucan Marsh in the north of the island is a great place to see them.
What a mess!
It amazes me that people can be so lazy, dirty and selfish and show such blatant disregard for fellow residents and the environment.
A Nightingale sang on Mallorca Square
Food consists of insects, Spiders, Woodlice, Snails and Earthworms...
Stripes and Streaks
Moths are not particularly palatable to a lot of bird species, but one summer breeder we get here will certainly have a go at eating them, and that is the Mediterranean Flycatcher.
The herdsman and the poppy
Poppies contain an alkaloid called ‘rhoeadine’, a mild sedative.
Vanessa and Alexandria
Wandering around Alburcutx Tower, Son Real beach and the Albufereta Marsh all saw good numbers of Painted Lady's with some Brimstones mixed in too.
Hide and Seek
Crossbills on Mallorca are of the sub-species ‘Balearica’, and in Catalan, they are known as ‘Trencapynions’, or the ‘pine nut cracker’.
Wild Mallorca: King Tereus and Tolpis
The Greek playwright Aristophanes (446-386 BC) states King Tereus was transformed into a Hoopoe by the Gods as punishment for his crimes.
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Eleanor of Arborea
They are skilful hunters, and will take large insects such as dragonflies, which are transferred from the talons to the beak, all during flight.
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Wild Mallorca: Merops has returned
Bee Eaters are gregarious, nesting colonially in sandy banks, preferably near to river shores, but not always.
Wild Mallorca: Chatting Cettis
Now, spring has already sprung, and butterflies are on the wing, and coupled with this, the landscape is slowly changing as more and more plants reveal their beautiful colours.
Gulls and white bits
Gulls can tend to be overlooked, but the next time you see these two species, stop and watch them.
The Owl and the Tortoise
This week in Wild Mallorca: Were you aware that a species of tortoise can be found on Mallorca?
- New European Entry And Exit System for Britons will be in place in Mallorca this year
- Spain wants Britons back in the European Union: could resolve 90-day issue
- Why Spaniards are staying away from their own beaches
- The end of solo driving in Spain....minimum of two people per car
- Scottish man, 26, dies in tragic fall at Balearics hotel
Comment
Too much going on in Mallorca
As a result, my long-term dream of moving here as a permanent resident is now sadly no longer a possible option.
Neville James-Davies 11/04/2025 09:14