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Baía do Cura
Protected Area for the Management of Habitats or Species
Baía do Cura, covering approximately 186 hectares, is an important refuge for marine birdlife in the Azores. Its steep slopes, marked by natural cavities, offer ideal nesting conditions for various species.
Among the most important birds are the Roseate Tern (Sterna dougallii), the Cory’s Shearwater (Calonectris borealis), and the Barolo Shearwater (Puffinus lherminieri baroli), whose conservation is particularly important in the Archipelago.
The bay also includes Integral Reserve Zones for Limpet Fishing, contributing to the protection of coastal marine resources. In addition to its ecological importance, Baía do Cura has a beautiful sandy beach and a freshwater spring that flows down the hillside, creating a unique landscape that visitors and nature lovers much appreciate.
This protected area is also classified as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area (IBA) by BirdLife International.