Sea

Sabia que os mamíferos marinhos também amamentam?

Did you know that marine mammals also breast-feed?

Breast-feed is the act, from a female mammal, to feed its young with the milk that they produce. Whales and dolphins are marine mammals, which means that they also breast-feed their calves, depending directly on the milk of their mom in the first years of their lives. Read More

Terceira: lugares para mergulhar

Terceira: Best spots for diving in summer

Dive into the cool waters that surround the coast of Terceira. This summer, discover the best spots to enjoy amazing dips in the ocean. Read More

Organismo gelatinoso

Gelatinous marine organisms from the Azores

It's very common for swimmers to have their baths in the sea interrupted by the presence of jelly-like organisms. Some of these gelatinous creatures are known as jellyfish (Pelagia noctiluca), Portuguese Man o’ War (Physalia physalis), and salp (Salpa sp). Read More

São Miguel Escapadinha a dois

São Miguel: Your next getaway for two

A getaway for two to reconnect with the green nature of São Miguel is just what you might need. Find out what you can't miss. Read More

Peixes-voadores

Flying fish in the Azores

What is it that flies but doesn't have wings? These are our unique flying fish which are often spotted during our whalewatching trips. Read More

Ilha Terceira

Terceira Island: Enjoy it in autumn

Terceira Island is an authentic natural treasure in the heart of the Atlantic. Find out what you can't miss on the green island in autumn. Read More

Ribeira Grande

Ribeira Grande: Discover the north side

On São Miguel Island, set off on the Ribeira Grande adventure. The north side has a lot to offer its visitors. Know what you can't miss. Read More

golfinho de risso

Risso's Dolphin

The Risso’s dolphin (Grampus griseus) is the smallest member of the subfamily Globicephalinae (Delphinidae). It is characterized by robust build and rounded head. Read More

Vila Franca do Campo

Vila Franca do Campo: what not to miss

Vila Franca do Campo, on the island of São Miguel, is a wonderful municipality of unparalleled beauty. There are several attractions of this village. Get to know it. Read More

ghost net

Bycatch and Ghost Net

The threats for the species that are so frequently observed in our visits are wide. Come get to know a little bit more about this subject with us! Read More

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