This population of 16 specimens that move around the island and choose their favourite areas for grazing and feeding; they also gather and share territory for some hours or days.  Two of them have coupled and have already reproduced in 2014, contributing to the first truly “mallorquín” specimen. They prey on animals such as seagulls, that didn’t have predators before.

Besides, we have liberated more birds than ever since 2011 (seven).

It is very interesting to observe their different behaviour, thanks to the satellite transmitters.  

All in all, 2014 has left us great expectations on how this small population may evolve in order to reach the objective of restoring Mallorca’s ecosystem with this important element that humans snatched 45 years ago.

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