The scientific name of the monk seal is Monachus monachus has been named after either the top of its head, which looks like it is wearing a Roman Catholic monk cap, or its tendency not to live in large groups preferring isolation from the hu...
Alonissos
The geographical isolation of the area, the soil morphology, the limited human intervention as well as the excellent state of the landscape, make up a beautiful natural habitat and reserve as an ideal refugium for many endangered species of the terre...
Climate type
It is Mediterranean with rainy winters and dry summers. The average annual temperature is 17°C, while the average rainfall is 515 mm.
In August, meltemia (very strong northern winds), refresh the atmosphere and cause significant tu...