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!flux11 What are the special animals of Madeira ?
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The special animals of Madeira, an archipelago located in the Atlantic Ocean, include:
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**1. Zino's Petrel (Pterodroma madeira):** Also known as the Freira da Madeira, this is an endemic seabird that nests only in the central mountains of Madeira. It's one of the world's rarest seabirds with a small, critically endangered population.
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**2. Madeira Laurel Pigeon (Columba trocaz):** Another endemic species, this pigeon is also known as the Long-toed Pigeon. It's found in the native laurel forest called Laurissilva.
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**3. Madeiran Wall Lizard (Teira dugesii):** Indigenous to Madeira, this lizard is one of the very few lizards native to the Macaronesian archipelagos.
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**4. Boll's Bombus (Bombus maderensis):** This is a native bumblebee species exclusive to Madeira.
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**5. Desertas Wolf Spider (Hogna ingens):** Found only on Ilhéu Chão, one of the Desertas Islands near Madeira, this is one of the largest spiders in Europe.
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**6. Macaronesian Shearwater (Puffinus baroli):** A small seabird species found in the Macaronesian islands, including Madeira.
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**7. Madeiran Pipefish (Nerophis maderensis):** A species of pipefish that can be found in the waters around the island.
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**8. The High Mountain Animals:** Several species like the Madeira Small Cabbage Butterfly (Pieris brassicae hagenbachii), the Portuguese Ringlet Butterfly (Erebia geyeri), and the Madeiran Small Copper (Lycaena phlaeas athimachos) are adapted to the high altitudes of Madeira.
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Nature conservation is significantly emphasized on the island, with efforts to protect these unique species and their habitats, particularly those within the Madeira Natural Park and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Laurissilva forest. If you're interested in wildlife, Madeira offers a unique biodiversity to explore, but always remember to respect the environment and conservation efforts in place.