Capital

Nicosia

Official Language(s)

Greek & Turkish

Fun Fact

According to Greek legend, the Goddess of Love, Aphrodite, was born from the sea foam at a rock formation known as Petra tou Romiou

National Animal

Cypriot Mouflon

National Bird

Cyprus Warbler

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Animal Laws of Cyprus

The Animal Laws of Cyprus PDF contains the general animal protection laws and related statutes for Cyprus. Uncaged World updates these bi-annually. Always check official sources for the most up-to-date legal status.

Animals of Cyprus

Cyprus Warbler

IUCN Red List: Least Concern

The Cyprus Warbler is a small songbird found primarily on the island of Cyprus. It inhabits scrublands, woodlands, and rocky hillsides, where it feeds on insects, spiders, and small berries. Recognized by its gray head, warm brown back, and distinctive song, it is an important part of Cyprus's unique birdlife. Many populations migrate to northeastern Africa during the winter before returning to breed each spring.

Cyprus Mouflon

IUCN Red List: Endangered

The Cyprus Mouflon is a wild sheep found only in the forests and mountains of Cyprus. Recognized by its reddish-brown coat and the large curved horns of males, it feeds on grasses, shrubs, and leaves. Agile and sure-footed, the Cyprus Mouflon is well adapted to rugged terrain and is considered a national symbol of the island. Conservation efforts have helped protect this unique and once-threatened species.

Mediterranean Monk Seal

IUCN Red List: Critically Endangered

The Mediterranean Monk Seal is one of the world's rarest marine mammals, found along the coastlines of the Mediterranean Sea and parts of the eastern Atlantic Ocean. It is recognized by its sleek body, short flippers, and pale belly. Feeding on fish, squid, and octopus, it often rests in secluded sea caves and remote beaches. Habitat loss, human disturbance, and entanglement in fishing gear have made the Mediterranean Monk Seal endangered.

Cypriot Mouse

IUCN Red List: Least Concern

The Cypriot Mouse is a small rodent found only on the island of Cyprus. It inhabits forests, rocky hillsides, and scrublands, where it feeds on seeds, grasses, and other plant material. Recognized by its relatively large ears and long tail, it is one of the island's few native land mammals. Its restricted range makes protecting Cyprus's natural habitats important for the species' long-term survival.

Paphos Blue

IUCN Red List: Not Evaluated

The Paphos Blue is a small butterfly found only on the island of Cyprus. It inhabits rocky hillsides and grasslands, where it feeds on flower nectar and its caterpillars develop on native legume plants. Males are known for their brilliant blue wings, while females are more subdued in color. Its limited range makes the Paphos Blue an important part of Cyprus's unique biodiversity.

Troodos Lizard

IUCN Red List: Least Concern

The Troodos Lizard is a reptile found only in the Troodos Mountains of Cyprus. It inhabits forests, rocky slopes, and mountain streams, feeding mainly on insects and other small invertebrates. Agile and well camouflaged, it blends easily into its surroundings to avoid predators. Its limited range makes the species an important part of Cyprus's unique mountain ecosystem.