Vegetation in Thassos
Vegetation in Thassos Island
Thassos is an archipelago located in the northern Aegean Sea in Greece. It is part of a group of islands that are separated from each other and are diverse in terms of landscape and physical features.
Among all these islands, Thassos is the most northern one, located close to the coast of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace. It is a very mountainous island with a range that runs through it, and its silhouette is round and compact, covering a surface area of 398 km2, most of which is covered in lush and novel vegetation.
Like any place or island, Thassos is composed of its flora and fauna. As for the flora, fir, oak, and pine forests abound, seemingly endless and ending in many places on the seashore. When it comes to the coastline, the beaches are beautiful, clean, and exotic, with crystal clear waters inviting you to enjoy the sea and spend time there. Among all its beaches, the most well-known are “Golden Beach,” “Makriammos,” and “Paradise.” Despite being so organized and surrounded by hotels for accommodation, they do not lose the beautiful atmosphere that surrounds them.
Thassos is not called the “Emerald island” or “The Green island” by chance, as it has extensive vegetation covering its surface with pines, olives, and bushes. Every nature lover should visit this island as it is an unforgettable experience for anyone. At high altitudes towards the top of the mountains, many century-old trees can be found. Not only that, but there are also many aromatic herbs and plants, such as chamomile and oregano. Overall, it is an island with a vegetative surface, so only a very small part in the southeast of Thassos is infertile and rocky.
Thassos has hills to visit such as Panagia located in the northeast, or different plateaus such as the Acropolis, with an unparalleled view of the sea. During the 80s or 90s, the island was affected by various fires, but as time passed, this great island recovered its initial morphology and returned to its former state.
Thassos, a beautiful island in Greece, is home to a variety of wildlife, including mammals such as foxes, hares, martens, and other small animals. However, a devastating forest fire in the 80s destroyed much of the forest, reducing the population of large carnivorous mammals and creating imbalances in the island’s animal population, leading to a lack of wildlife.
Fortunately, Thassos still has many hares, ferrets, foxes, goats, and sheep living in the forests and on the slopes, without the risk of being eaten by wild animals. Additionally, every village has a dominant animal, which is the cat, and they are all very friendly and welcoming to new people.
The island is also home to a diverse array of birdlife, including seagulls, raptors, and swallows.
Reptiles and amphibians such as turtles, frogs, lizards, and snakes can be found in the forest and water areas.
Thassos is famous for its variety of fish, and the main fisheries are located in the southern part of the island. Thanks to its abundant wildlife, Thassos is a popular destination for tourists who enjoy outdoor activities, such as e-bike tours.
This island is all about enjoying nature, breathtaking landscapes, vibrant colors, and spending quality time with loved ones without any worries. Without wild animals, bad weather conditions, or anything else, this island offers a wide range of outdoor activities for everyone to enjoy. The thriving tourism industry keeps this beautiful archipelago alive,