Sierra Morena Collection

Iberian lynx in Sierra de Andujar, Spain

Don Quixote on the Sierra Morena doing penance (chromolitho)
969719 Don Quixote on the Sierra Morena doing penance (chromolitho) by Gilbert, John (1817-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Don Quixote on the Sierra Morena doing penance)

Granite bull feeders or comederos in dehesa habitat, Sierra de Andujar, Jaen, Andalucia, Spain, march

Iberian Lynx (Lynx pardinus) adult, sitting in dehesa habitat, Sierra de Andujar, Jaen, Andalucia, Spain, march

View of ruined building in dehesa habitat, Sierra de Andujar, Jaen, Andalucia, Spain, march

Mouflon (Ovis musimon) adult males, flock in dehesa habitat, Sierra de Andujar, Jaen, Andalucia, Spain, march

Iberian Lynx (Lynx pardinus) crossing warning sign beside road in dehesa, Sierra de Andujar, Jaen, Andalucia, Spain, march

Fire Salamander - Sierra Morena - Spain - Europe
RD-117 Fire Salamander Sierra Morena - Spain - Europe Salamandra salamandra morenica Giacomo Radi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Common European Scorpion - female - Sierra Morena - Andalucia - Spain
RD-116 Common European Scorpion - female Sierra Morena - Andalucia - Spain Buthus occitanus Giacomo Radi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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Sierra Morena: A Haven for the Majestic Iberian Lynx Nestled in the heart of Sierra de Andujar, Spain, lies a sanctuary like no other - Sierra Morena. This rugged and enchanting landscape is home to one of nature's most elusive creatures, the Iberian lynx. With its distinctive tufted ears and piercing amber eyes, the Iberian lynx roams freely through this vast expanse of wilderness. In Sierra de Andujar, it finds solace amidst ancient oak forests and rocky slopes that provide ample prey for its survival. As if taken from a page of Don Quixote's adventures on the Sierra Morena, these feline predators gracefully navigate their territory with an air of mystery, and are guardians of this land, embodying strength and resilience in their every step. The Mezquita (mosque) at Almonastar la Real stands as a testament to human history intertwined with nature's wonders in Sierra Morena. Its architectural grandeur harmoniously blends into the breathtaking surroundings, reminding us of our connection to this awe-inspiring place. In summer months when temperatures rise mercilessly high, we witness another side to these magnificent cats. Seeking respite from scorching sun rays under shaded spots along tracks or panting heavily while sitting in secluded corners - they adapt and survive against all odds. Granite bull feeders or comederos dotting the dehesa habitat serve as silent witnesses to daily struggles for sustenance within this ecosystem. Here red deer hinds stand tall on rocky slopes while keeping watchful eyes over their domain alongside lynxes crossing warning signs beside roads where passing cars remind us that coexistence requires caution. Ruined buildings scattered throughout the dehesa habitat tell stories untold; remnants of past lives intertwining with present-day conservation efforts, and is here that humans strive to protect not only these majestic lynxes but also the delicate balance of nature that Sierra Morena holds.