{"id":37646,"date":"2021-01-04T08:00:45","date_gmt":"2021-01-04T07:00:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/?p=37646"},"modified":"2020-12-30T19:24:55","modified_gmt":"2020-12-30T18:24:55","slug":"tuscan-archipelago-national-park","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/2021\/01\/tuscan-archipelago-national-park\/","title":{"rendered":"Tuscan Archipelago National Park: the magic in the waves"},"content":{"rendered":"

Among the islands of the Tuscan Archipelago\u00a0<\/strong>lies one of the most exciting national parks<\/strong> to visit in Italy. The Tuscan Archipelago National Park was established in 1996 and includes the 7 largest islands, bathed by the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Ligurian Sea, between the coasts of Tuscany<\/strong><\/a> and Corsica.<\/p>\n

Each island hides secrets and natural pearls<\/strong> that you can visit. The biodiversity in this archipelago is extremely high and preserved. There is no shortage of endemic species, the true naturalistic interest of the Tuscan Archipelago.<\/p>\n

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Capoliveri – Author: Gregory Zeier; Source: Wikipedia<\/div><\/div>\n

What to see in the Tuscan Archipelago National Park<\/h2>\n

The seven major islands of the archipelago<\/strong> (Gorgona Island, Capraia Island, Elba Island, Pianosa Island, Montecristo Island, Giglio Island, Giannutri Island) are known by all for being magical places to visit<\/strong>. The major islands are rich in artefacts that testify to the presence of man since prehistoric times<\/strong>. The fabulous Mediterranean climate has favored the succession of ancient populations up to today.<\/p>\n

For lovers of marine biology<\/strong>, the Tuscan Archipelago is a destination not to be missed. The surrounding waters are home to numerous marine mammals of all shapes and sizes.<\/p>\n

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Author: Aldo Ardetti; Source: Wikipedia<\/div><\/div>\n

Fauna you can meet<\/h2>\n

The Tuscan Archipelago National Park is an important biodiversity<\/a> hotspot<\/strong> and nesting centre for many marine species. All the islands are home to endemic species, which is why this huge national park was established in 1996 to protect and protect them.<\/p>\n

The International Cetacean Sanctuary<\/h3>\n
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Dolphin – Autore: Jessica Redfern; Fonte: Wikipedia<\/div><\/div>\n

For lovers of marine biology, the Tuscan Archipelago is a destination not to be missed. The surrounding waters are home to numerous marine mammals of all shapes and sizes. The Tuscan Archipelago National Park<\/strong> is part of the territory of the International Cetacean Sanctuary<\/a>, established in 1999, a place where these marine mammals<\/strong> are protected and their habitats protected from anthropogenic action. In summer, thanks to the massive presence of plankton in the waters of the 96 thousand hectares that make up the Cetacean Sanctuary, these animals become regular visitors. It is possible to observe species such as the fin whale, the common dolphin, the pilot dolphin, the dolphin, the sperm whale and the bottle-nosed dolphin. When, during navigation, a cetacean is sighted it is good to follow some important rules<\/strong> of behaviour: do not disturb the animals by keeping your distance<\/strong> and moderate the cruising speed<\/strong>. It is very important not to touch the animals for any reason. Respect for animals and the environment is very important when sailing!<\/p>\n

The sanctuary of the Butterflies<\/h3>\n

On the Island of Elba, it is possible to visit another very interesting place from a biological and biodiversity point of view: the Butterfly Sanctuary. Established in 2009 in memory of Ornella Casnati, the route winds for two kilometers starting from the picnic area of \u200b\u200bMonte Perone.<\/p>\n

This sanctuary hosts about 50 species of butterflies<\/strong>, some of which are endemic to the islands of the archipelago, such as Polissena, found after an absence of almost seventy years, the Cleopatra butterfly, the Tecla della endemic species Lycaeides Villai and Coenonympha Corinna, and finally the Two-tailed pasha, the Scarce swallowtail and Macaone.<\/p>\n\n\t\t