Explore by environment
Five major environments structure Tunisian wildlife.
Where to observe them
The country's main protected areas.
LEGEND
Base map © OpenStreetMap. Indicative locations.
Ichkeul National Park
Northern lake and marshes, a major stopover for migratory birds.
Bouhedma National Park
Wooded steppe of the Centre, reintroduction site for Saharan antelopes.
El Feija National Park
Cork-oak forest of Kroumirie, refuge of the Barbary stag.
Kuriat Islands
Major green turtle nesting site in the Mediterranean.
Protected species
19 species benefit from protected status in Tunisia. Their capture, keeping and trade are prohibited.
Peregrine falcon
The Peregrine Falcon is present in Tunisia, where it frequen...
Water buffalo
The water buffalo is present in Tunisia, mainly in the North...
Greater flamingo
The Greater Flamingo is a regular wintering bird in Tunisia,...
The statuses shown are those of the IUCN Red List.
Found an injured animal?
Contact a veterinarian near you. Do not handle a wild animal without professional advice.
Find a veterinarianDid you know?
Three facts about Tunisian wildlife.