Parrots and animals in Barcelona
Have you ever seen this colourful birds during your stay in a Barcelona apartment? Except the pigeons, it's common to see those green parrots in the trees of the city. They are called the Quaker parrots and arrived first as pets in the 1970s.
But the owners, soon tired of the chirpings, released them and they have reproduced fast. The population has grown from 50 to over 2000, which causes now some problems in the city because those birds are sometimes aggressive, eat everything green they find, and threaten the local bird species.
These parrots on the loose are a real distraction for the inhabitants and tourists of Barcelona. Their high-pitched chirpings catch the attention.
If you want to see some other wild animals, I recommend you to go to Barcelona's Zoo or Barcelona's Aquarium.
The zoo exists since 1892! Located in the Parc de la Ciutadella, it's not that big but you can find all kinds of wild beasts : from primates, to big cats, dolphins, reptiles... It's perfect for kids with organized activities. From some Barcelona apartments located near the zoo, you can hear some strange noises which make you feel like you are in the jungle!
The aquarium is located on the moll d?Espanya del Port Vell. Here you'll find thousands of species, from tropical fishes to the terrific sharks. During July and August, the Aquarium is open until 11 pm.