Amphibian and Reptile Rescue Center in Alcalá la Real
The Amphibian and Reptile Rescue Center was inaugurated on March 30, 2015, by then-mayor Carlos A. Hinojosa Hidalgo, as stated on a plaque affixed to the entrance. The municipally run centre collects specimens before releasing them into their same distribution areas. Often, animals are taken from sites that are under development, housed in the centre and then returned to their habitat once building has finished, or to another area with similar characteristics. The centre has a series of artificial ponds at different levels, but naturalized, where native species live, including frogs, newts, fish and turtles. The centre is also responsible for hosting exotic species which are either brought by their owners or seized by the authorities. It has a showroom with terrariums, where you can visit and observe some species of reptiles and amphibians, as well as an environmental education center.
Opening Times:
1st April-14th October, Friday-Sunday and Holidays, 10:30-14:30hrs.
15th October-31st March, Friday-Sunday and Holidays, 10:30-18:00hrs.
Admission
General, €3
Groups (20-35 per.), €2
Over 65, Students, Children 7-16yrs, €1.50
Contact
Tel: 953 10 28 68
Location
Located in Placeta Carmen Juan Lovera