Los Roques de Anaga

Two monolithic rocks planted in the middle of the ocean and in a good state of conservation that are only accessible by sea. Both the Roque de Tierra (or Roque de Dentro) and the Roque de Fuera, constantly defy the Atlantic waves with their majestic presence. Both formations constitute one of the most characteristic ecological systems of the Canary Islands, standing out for their great scientific, geological, geomorphological and landscape interest. The vertebrate fauna that inhabits these rocks is important, since several endemic species occur here, and some, such as the giant lizard of the Roque de Fuera (Gallotia galloti insulanagae), have their only known population here. Among the birds are populations of Bulwer's petrel (Bulweria bulwwerii), Madeira storm petrel (Oceanodroma castro) and Scopoli’s shearwater (Calonectris diomedea). At the top of the Roque de Tierra there is a spectacular grove of dragon trees, with almost a hundred specimens.

Flora interest
Wildlife interest
Localidad
Santa Cruz de Tenerife

TENERIFE

TENERIFE

GRAN CANARIA

GRAN CANARIA

FUERTEVENTURA

FUERTEVENTURA

LANZAROTE

LANZAROTE

LA GRACIOSA

LA GRACIOSA

LA GOMERA

LA GOMERA

LA PALMA

LA PALMA

EL HIERRO

EL HIERRO
Sustainability
Sostenibilidad
  • Never leave waste of any type lying around, including cigarette butts. Leftover food leads to a proliferation of rats and wild cats, which pose a serious threat to the fauna.
  • Respect the animals. Do not bother them or feed them. If you see an injured specimen, you can call the emergency number: 112. Do not pick flowers or plants.
  • Do not pick up or take away stones or any other item from the natural environment. And do not move them to pile them up into sadly famous 'towers'.
  • Do not walk in areas where it is not allowed and respect the signposting along trails. Leaving the set paths causes damage to the environment and could also be dangerous for you and anyone with you.
  • Do not light fires outside the permitted areas and be especially careful during the summer months.
  • Try not to alter the peace of the environment with excessive noise (loud music, yelling, etc.).
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