Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
topThe Pembrokeshire Coast National Park has a spectacular and varied landscape of cliffs, beaches, wooded estuaries and inland hills, covering a total area of 240 square miles.
Last updated: 05 April 2011
The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park is Britain's only coastal park and covers the areas of Fishguard, Haverfordwest, St David's and Tenby.
The sheer mix of landscapes on offer makes for a popular home to a huge variety of animals and mammals, and human visitors should be on the look out for a wealth of wildlife.
These diverse habitats support a large number of species. See if you can spot the greater horseshoe bat, barn owl, choughs and a huge range of seabirds.
Pembrokeshire's environments are strongly influenced by the North Atlantic Drift, which makes up part of the Gulf Stream, meaning the park is an attractive home for species found in both warmer, southern areas and colder, northern regions.
The coastal islands within the National Park of are of particular interest to wildlife watchers.
Ramsey Island is the home of an RSPB reserve, and the second largest grey seal colony in Britain.
The islands of Skomer, Skokholm and Grasholm are home to colonies of gannets, storm petrel, chough, puffins and peregrine falcons. Be on the look out for the many species of rare flowers and wildlife that are also on the island.
Caldey Island has a monastic heritage stretching back over 1,000 years and today is home to a Cistercian monastery.
The island offers a tranquil haven for visitors as well as a chance to relax amidst the range of wildlife and impressive views. There are also plans in the pipeline to reintroduce red squirrel to the island.
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