Turks and Caicos are known for
their outstanding natural beauty, luxurious resorts and popularity as a
honeymoon destination. Look a little closer and you’ll soon see that the
beautiful countryside is home to some fascinating wildlife. Venture out of your
luxury Caribbean villa and
enjoy some naturally beautiful sights and sounds.
Bird Watching
You can bird watch at home that’s
true but the salt ponds and marshlands of Turks and Caicos are awash with fascinating
species. Look out for both resident and migratory birds including Great Blue
Herons and Pelicans. Over 170 species of bird can be found in the Islands and
it is home to the rare West Indian Whistling Duck – though you may need a
guided tour to pick one out.
The Rock Iguana
You will only ever see the Rock
Iguana on the Turks and Caicos archipelago. He’s much rarer than he once was
and a completely harmless reptile who can still be spotted occasionally.
They’re most famously spotted in Little Water Cay where over 2000 still thrive.
As one of a kind it’s a stunning sight to see and you can honestly tell people
you’ll never see anything else like them.
Humpback Whale
Whale watching is always a
fantastic way to celebrate the scenery of an island whilst hunting a beautiful,
elegant sea creature. North Atlantic Humpbacks are seen regularly around the
main island of Turk and Salt Cay – mainly between January and April. It’s a key
spot on their annual migration for mating and birth. If you book onto a tour you
may spot some of these majestic mammals as well as hearing all about their
lifespan, history and if you’re lucky you may hear their unique call.
Seeing wildlife in its natural state isn’t something that
happens too often these days so grab the opportunity to do so if you visit the
Turks and Caicos Islands.
