Throughout the year and with the changing of the seasons, the landscape changes and the fauna adapts to these changes. The biologists of the Vita Nativa Association, in partnership with the Seixal Municipality, are organising this tour through the Parque Metropolitano da Biodiversidade to give you an insight into the species and habitats that make […]
International Coastal Cleanup Day is celebrated every year with the aim of raising awareness about the problem of marine litter. We have joined this initiative and will be organising a coastal clean-up action to promote the conservation and protection of our ria, the Ria Formosa. Join us on 16 September at 10:00 and learn more […]
After dusk, other living beings emerge from their shelters and nature is perceived differently by our senses. On this tour at Fábrica Pólvora de Vale de Milhaços, guided by biologists, after the sun goes down, participants are challenged to discover wild fauna and flora in their nocturnal moments. This activity is part of the Fábrica […]
On a morning dedicated to family and nature, the biologists of the Vita Nativa Association invite you to play a game in which the teams will be able to deepen their knowledge of the PMBio, through a script with indications about the route to be followed and the tasks to be carried out. Participants should […]
Every month, Vita Nativa organises a special activity for its members! From workshops to wildlife observation walks, we cover a variety of environmental topics, always in a practical and fun way! September's activity will be our last Night Walk for Chameleon Watching of 2023! Take advantage of the opportunity and join us on a night […]
Throughout the year and with the passing of the seasons, the landscape changes and the fauna adapts to these changes. The biologists of the Vita Nativa Association, in partnership with the Seixal Municipality, are organising this walk through the Metropolitan Biodiversity Park to show you the species and habitats that make it up. Take part […]
More than 500 species of fauna, flora and fungi have been catalogued inside the Fábrica de Pólvora de Vale de Milhaços, which covers 13.4 hectares. A surprise for such a heritage site in an urban context, so pressured by human activity in its surroundings and which is the origin of the expression "Island of Biodiversity" […]
The Portuguese Environment Agency, through the ARH do Algarve, is promoting the Environmental Education and Volunteering Initiatives Week (SEIVA), between 14 and 22 October, as part of the "Environmental Volunteering for Water" project. This year's theme is "Alliance for Water". Vita Nativa will be taking part in an environmental volunteering activity to control invasive plants […]
At this time of year, mushrooms sprout from the soil, birds from northern Europe take refuge in Portugal and the strawberry trees boast fleshy red berries. Take advantage of the cooler temperatures and discover the nature of Fábrica de Pólvora de Vale de Milhaços on a visit accompanied by biologists from Associação Vita Nativa. The […]
Come and spend an afternoon at PMBio dedicated to board games! Twice a month, on Sundays, PMBio hosts a board game session with the theme of Nature in the spotlight.
Every month, Vita Nativa organises a special activity for its members! From workshops to wildlife watching tours, we cover a variety of environmental topics, always in a practical and fun way! October's activity will be a Birdwatching Tour! Which birds are most common in the Ria Formosa at this time of year? Where do they […]
Mediterranean temporary ponds are priority habitats for conservation in the Parque Metropolitano da Biodiversidade, which is part of the Natura 2000 network. The alternation between periods of flooding and drought, a dynamic characteristic of temporary ponds, makes these habitats very important for various species of fauna and flora. Come and see the park's Mediterranean temporary […]
Come and spend an afternoon at PMBio dedicated to board games! This Sunday we're back to Nature Games!
Throughout the year and with the changing seasons, the landscape changes and the fauna adapts to these changes. The biologists of the Vita Nativa Association, in partnership with the Seixal Municipality, are organizing a tour around Parque Metropolitano da Biodiversidade to show the species and habitats that make it up. Take part and discover the […]
Still no plans for next Saturday? Take part in our special activity for members, which this month will be an action to control invasive plants in the Ria Formosa Natural Park. Join us and help preserve the natural values of the most important wetland in southern Portugal. Registration: Apply for membership here.
Have you ever thought about how you can play a more active role in interacting with your surroundings? This talk will promote an exchange of ideas between experts and listen to participants on cultural and natural heritage and its preservation, challenges and expectations, as a way of informing and involving society in the debate on […]
It is estimated that wine was already being produced in the Tagus and Sado river valleys in 2000 BC. Wine has played an important commercial, cultural and religious role throughout Portugal's history. The labelling of Portuguese wines also reflects a strong association between wine production and local biodiversity and this will be the motto for […]
Throughout the year and with the passing of the seasons, the landscape changes and the fauna adapts to these changes. ☀️ The biologists of the Vita Nativa Association, in partnership with the Seixal Municipality, are organising this tour of the Metropolitan Biodiversity Park to learn about the species and habitats that make it up. Take […]
Come and spend an afternoon at PMBio dedicated to board games! This Sunday we're back to Nature Games!
Several species of shorebirds nest on the ground. With the deterioration of coastal lagoons and salt marshes, these birds are forced to find new nesting sites. And salt marshes are often where these birds find them. Since 2021, Vita Nativa has been helping the shorebirds of the Ria Formosa by placing artificial islands in salt […]
How can we study two different groups of animals in a single activity? By analysing the regurgitation of birds of prey, we can understand what they feed on and, consequently, what species exist where they hunt. Rodents, other small mammals and birds are all prey for owls. Together we will record and analyse data to […]
Throughout the year and with the passing of the seasons, the landscape changes and the fauna adapts to these changes. The biologists of Vita Nativa, in partnership with the Seixal Municipality, are organising this walk through the Parque Metropolitano da Biodiversidade to show you the species and habitats that make it up. Take part and […]
We believe there's no better way to start the year than in contact with nature. Fábrica de Pólvora de Vale de Milhaços, where the historical and natural heritage complement each other in terms of values, is a unique place to learn about the species that dominate the winter landscape. Visitors are invited on an interpretive […]
With the arrival of the new year also comes the first activity for 2024 members. This time it's a Birdwatching Tour in the Ria Formosa Natural Park. Join us on the last Saturday of January and get to know the birds that are in Ria Formosa all year round and those that visit us only […]
Insects are everywhere, complementing the balance of nature. Small in size, but giant in importance. As well as being essential in the food chains of many animals, insects are indispensable for many plants to ensure future generations through pollination, ensuring the sustainability of the ecosystems they are part of. Come and help the fauna and […]
As a way of celebrating and marking World Wetlands Day, the municipality of Loulé and Associação Vita Nativa invite you to take part in the "Birdwatching" activity in the area of the future "Reserva Natural Local da Foz do Almargem e do Trafal", which will take place on 3 February at 9am. This 2-hour activity […]
Throughout the year and with the passing of the seasons, the landscape changes and the fauna adapts to these changes. ☀️ The biologists of the Vita Nativa Association, in partnership with the Seixal Municipality, are organising this tour at Parque Metropolitano da Biodiversidade to show the species and habitats that make it up. Take part […]
In February, in our monthly activity for members, we're going to discover the trails of the Fonte Benémola Local Protected Landscape in Loulé. This Protected Landscape is a preserved area with unique characteristics, located on the border between the Barrocal and the Serra Algarvia. It represents a place of exceptional beauty in the Algarve barrocal, […]
What if our backyards were oases for wildlife? What if our gardens needed less water to stay blooming and beautiful? Through this initiative, participants will acquire knowledge and techniques to implement to improve the environmental conditions of their outdoor spaces and make them more sustainable. Come and learn about the advantages of Portugal's native plants […]
World Wildlife Day is celebrated on the 3rd of March, with the aim of " commemorating and raising awareness of the world's wild animals and plants". The Vita Nativa Association and the municipality of Loulé invite you to this celebration, in an activity to discover and record the nature present in the Rocha da Pena […]
This March's activity for members will be a nature interpretation walk along one of the best preserved streams in the Algarve region, the Ribeira da Foupana! With its priority habitats, unique plant formations and endemic ichthyofauna, Ribeira da Foupana is one of the most biodiverse places in the municipality of Alcoutim. Join us on this […]
Nem sempre é fácil encontrar animais selvagens. Entre os mais esquivos encontram-se os mamíferos que, com hábitos noturnos e sentidos apurados, evitam cruzar-se com humanos. Nesta atividade, os biólogos da Associação Vita Nativa irão partilhar as técnicas utilizadas na inventariação e no estudo dos hábitos das espécies mais fugidias que habitam o Parque Metropolitano da […]
It's not always easy to find wild animals. Among the most elusive are mammals which, with their nocturnal habits and keen senses, avoid crossing paths with humans. In this activity, biologists from the Vita Nativa Association will share the techniques used to inventory and study the habits of the most elusive species that inhabit the […]
April's members' activity is special, not only will we be taking an interpretive walk in the area of Lagoa dos Salgados, but we'll also be celebrating the 6th anniversary of Associação Vita Nativa! Come and celebrate this important day with us! As well as a slice of cake, you'll also have the chance to get […]
Vita Nativa's 6th anniversary is also celebrated in Seixal! It will be on April 6th, at Parque Metropolitano da Biodiversidade! From 6pm onwards, there will be a picnic, nature board games and, later, a moth trap sampling session. Join us!
Throughout the year and with the passing of the seasons, the landscape changes and the fauna adapts to these changes. ☀️ The biologists of the Vita Nativa Association, in partnership with the Seixal Municipality, are organising this tour at Parque Metropolitano da Biodiversidade to show the species and habitats that make it up. Take part […]
From 15 to 20 April we're celebrating Ria Formosa Week, an event that aims to promote and share the natural values of the Parque Natural da Ria Formosa. The six-day programme is packed with activities for all audiences and includes an activity organised by the Vita Nativa Association. On 17 April, the challenge is to […]
April 22 is World Earth Day, which "aims to recognise the importance of the planet and alert people to the importance and need to preserve the world's natural resources, with the theme for 2024 - Planet versus Plastics". To celebrate this date, Vita Nativa and the municipality of Loulé invite you to a nature discovery […]
On May 4, the 46th anniversary of the Ria Formosa Natural Park will be celebrated with an Open Day at the Centro de Educação Ambiental de Marim! The Parque Natural da Ria Formosa, the most important wetland in southern Portugal, stretches from Ancão to Manta Rota, covering the municipalities of Loulé, Faro, Olhão, Tavira and […]
The May activity for members will be a nature interpretation walk along the Ribeira da Foupana. As the seasons change, so do the plant formations and hydrography of this region.Join us on this walk and discover the natural values that the Ribeira da Foupana has to offer during the spring. During this walk we'll also […]
May 22 is International Biodiversity Day, with 2024 as the theme “Be part of the plan”, a call to action for all stakeholders to halt and reverse the loss of biodiversity. As a way of celebrating and marking this day that alerts us to the importance of preserving biological diversity, the municipality of Loulé invites […]
As a way of celebrating and marking World Environment Day, which this year has the theme: accelerating land restoration, resilience to drought and desertification, the municipality of Loulé invites you to take part in the ‘Birdwatching’ activity, which will take place in the Ria Formosa Natural Park area on 8 June at 8.30am. This 2-hour […]
There are more than 2,500 species of these fascinating insects in Portugal and during this activity we'll have the opportunity to get to know some of the species present in the region and deepen our knowledge of the importance of nocturnal butterflies in the balance of ecosystems. Join us for this members-only activity and discover […]
Every month, Vita Nativa organises a special activity for its members! From interpretive nature walks to workshops, we cover different environmental themes, always in a practical and fun way! With the arrival of summer also comes the first Chameleon Watching Night Tour of 2024! Take advantage of this nocturnal walk through the Ria Formosa Natural […]
Every month, Vita Nativa organises a special activity for its members! Take advantage of the peak of summer and take part in the Night Walk for Chameleon Watching! Registration: Apply for membership here.
September's exclusive activity for members is another Night Chameleon Watching Tour! Take this opportunity to get to know one of the most iconic reptiles of our fauna. Registration: Apply for membership here.
Join us for this members-only activity and discover the beauty and importance of moths, creatures as fascinating as fundamental to maintaining biodiversity. Registration: Apply for membership here.
Join us and discover the secrets of Praia dos Arrifes. Low tide offers the ideal opportunity to discover marine organisms perfectly adapted to the dryness, salinity and force of the waves that the intertidal zone requires. Among the rocks there are starfish, anemones, crabs, bivalves, fish and algae. Sign up for this exclusive activity for […]
With the arrival of summer, we also welcome the much-anticipated first Night Walk for Chameleon Watching of 2025! Whether you've never had the chance to spot this peculiar and discreet species, or you're simply looking for a different way to spend a summer night — immersed in nature and surrounded by the tranquility of Quinta […]
Every month we bring our members an exclusive activity — moments to learn, explore, socialise and connect with nature in a practical and engaging way This month, we are holding the second Night Tour for Chameleon Watching of 2025! If you didn't participate in the first one or want to repeat the experience, don't miss […]
