The Azores are considered an extraordinary place for birdwatching. One can find more than 200 endemic and migratory species here. This is the only European region where it is possible to observe American migratory species that land on this territory in the middle of the Atlantic to escape whims of the weather, rest and then continue their trip. The Azores bullfinch, a rare endemic bird, can only be seen in the hills of Serra da Tronqueira, on São Miguel Island. 

American migratory species come to the Azores in the autumn. In order to be able to identify them, it is advisable to refer to an American Bird Guide. If you prefer watching European birds, then you must have a European Bird Guide. There are tourist operators that organise birdwatching outings both on land and in the ocean. To learn more about birdwatching tours or outings, please visit the Priolo Environmental Centre. This centre organises outings, workshops, courses, colloquia, events, educational activities, and it offers a permanent exhibition to its visitors.