Owls are nocturnal birds of prey known for their large eyes, massive range of motion in their neck and their ability to fly silently. Throughout the year there are up to seven different species of owls that can be found in Galicia. Western Barn Owl (Tyto alba) Western barn owls are mostly found in Africa …
Do you remember when you could go to a restaurant and order the menú del día for 10€? Maybe less? Or when you could rent a flat for less than 500€ per month? The value of goods and services changes from one day to the next. But one euro will always be one euro. The …
Eagles belong in the Accipitridae family and can be limited to the Aquila genus or any bird under the Aquilinae subfamily, which includes numerous others. In Galicia you can find four species of Eagle. Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) Golden Eagles are residents in parts of Galicia and across Spain, and they are one of the …
Spain entered 2026 with an estimated housing deficit of 750,000 dwellings according to Banco de España, which also reported that they don’t believe the country is experiencing a bubble comparable to 2008. The rising cost of rents, limited supply and changes in ownership of the housing stock are just a few of the factors putting …
Harriers are typically slim, long-winged birds of prey that can often be seen flying low over wetlands and grasslands hunting, recognisable by the way their wings are held in a shallow, uplifted “V” while they fly. Many birds of prey are known for their excellent eyesight, harriers, however, have evolved to rely on their hearing. …
Kites belong to the family Accipitridae along with other birds of prey such as buzzards and harriers and typically refer to species that fall under the Milvinae subfamily. Depending on where you are, it might also include some species from other subfamilies such as the Elaninae and Perninae. Black Kite (Milvus migrans) Often seen gliding …
Whether you have inherited a home, own a second property, or are simply weighing up what to do with somewhere you no longer live, the decision to rent or sell requires some serious thought. The answer is going to depend on a variety of factors, some of which you have no control over, including your …
Buzzards are a member of the Accipitridae family that typically belong to the buteo genus. However, the name is applied inconsistently across the world, as it is assigned to some birds that are similarly “robust” with broad wings, even though belonging to different genera. In North America, “buzzard” is commonly used to describe vultures. In …
Grey concrete, the sound of engines and construction works, a night sky glowing orange with LED light and not a star in sight. The only other signs of life beyond humans include cats, dogs, pigeons, rats and cockroaches. The modern human ecosystem. Exaggerated. In reality, an ecosystem refers to a geographic area, the living organisms …
Many people would argue that they are rational. They weigh up their options, consider the evidence and arrive at sensible conclusions. Most people are wrong about this. And not because of a lack of intelligence. Neither does that mean people are entirely incapable of being rational. The human brain has evolved to process enormous amounts …