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Ticks in Tuscany: A Hiker's Guide to Bites & Lyme
Ticks in Tuscany: where you actually meet them, how to remove one properly, why TBE is not a Tuscan problem, and when a bite needs …
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Wildlife & Fauna of Tuscany
Discover the wildlife of Tuscany's mountains: from fire salamanders in the Apennines to wild horses on the Calvana ridge. Species guides and natural history from a certified local guide.
Tuscany’s mountain ecosystems are home to species most visitors never expect to encounter. These posts cover the wildlife you might meet on the trail — from the fire salamander of the Apennines to the wild horses of Calvana.
Knowing what lives in these forests changes how you walk through them.
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Fireflies in Tuscany: Where and When
Fireflies in Tuscany light up the countryside for a few weeks each summer. Here is where to see them, when to go, and how to …
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Scorpions in Italy: How Bad Is the Sting, Really?
Are there scorpions in Italy and are they dangerous? A Tuscan guide to Euscorpius italicus, the yellow-tailed scorpion, and why …
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Poisonous Spiders in Italy: Only Two Actually Matter
Are there poisonous spiders in Italy? Only two matter, and bites are rare. A Tuscan guide to the violin spider, black widow, and …
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Snakes in Tuscany: Vipers and Hiker Safety
Snakes in Tuscany are mostly harmless. Only the asp viper is venomous. A local guide explains how to tell them apart and hike …
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Dangerous Animals in Tuscany: A Hiker's Guide
Worried about dangerous animals in Tuscany? The honest answer surprises most hikers: a sheepdog poses more risk than any wild …
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Padule di Fucecchio: Tuscany's Hidden Wetland
Padule di Fucecchio: Italy's largest inland wetland. Birdwatching, levee walks, and photography in Tuscany's best-kept nature …
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Little Egret in Tuscany: Where to See Egretta Garzetta
Where to find the little egret (Egretta garzetta) in Tuscany: habitat, season, and the best wetlands to spot this elegant white …
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Are Wild Boar Dangerous in Tuscany? A Hiker's Guide
Are wild boar dangerous in Tuscany? Almost never. A local guide on what to expect on the trail, how to react, and the one risk …
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Lake Massaciuccoli Oasi LIPU: Not Just for Birders
Lake Massaciuccoli near Pisa and Lucca: lake walks, birdwatching, and photography at the Oasi LIPU, Tuscany's best wetland …
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Are There Wolves in Tuscany? A Hiking Guide Answers
Are there wolves in Tuscany? Is it dangerous to hike? A local guide explains what you'll actually encounter on Tuscan trails.
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Salamandra Salamandra: Fire Salamander in Tuscany
Salamandra salamandra (fire salamander) in the Tuscan Apennines: identification, habitat, behaviour, and where to find them.