The fishing cofradía of Punta del Hidalgo has finally secured the transfer of its port facilities after years of campaigning. This marks a new chapter for sustainable fishing in Tenerife, with plans to create a marine reserve and secure a future for the sector’s young fishermen.
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Scientists at the IAC have used La Palma’s supercomputer to predict how the solar corona will appear during the total solar eclipse on 12 August. The simulation will be tested against real observations to investigate the mysterious coronal heating problem and improve space weather forecasting.
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August is the perfect month to look up at the sky in the Canary Islands, with the 2026 calendar featuring a historic total solar eclipse, the spectacular Perseid meteor shower, and the beautiful Sturgeon Moon. Discover the key dates and best viewing spots across the archipelago for these unmissable celestial events.
August astronomy in the Canary Islands: solar eclipse, Perseids and more Read More »
The Canary Islands government has approved a major new forest plan, replacing a document from 1999, to tackle the growing threat of wildfires driven by climate change. The 21-year strategy focuses on fire prevention, active forest management, and sustainable resource use across all islands. Nearly 39 million euros have been invested in new helicopters, drones, and specialist equipment to boost firefighting and prevention efforts.
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The Buck Moon lights up Canarian skies on 29 July 2026. Find out the exact time to witness this celestial event and the best Starlight viewpoints for optimal observation across the islands.
Buck Moon 2026: Best time to see it in the Canary Islands Read More »
A doctoral thesis by marine biologist Patricia Asensio has discovered that the humble chicharro, a fish commonly found in Tenerife waters, contains unique antibodies with remarkable medical potential. The proteins, known as piscidins, have demonstrated the ability to combat up to five types of tumour with reduced toxicity and treat bacterial infections with low risk of resistance.
Canary Islands fish could hold key to fighting cancer Read More »
A 3.1 magnitude earthquake was recorded between Gran Canaria and Tenerife on Monday evening. The tremor was felt by residents in the Tenerife municipality of Güímar. No damage has been reported.
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Researchers from the Spanish Institute of Oceanography have confirmed the first recorded presence of the antenna codlet fish in Spanish waters using specimens found in the Canary Islands. The discovery sheds new light on the distribution of this elusive deep-sea species and highlights the strategic importance of Canarian waters for marine biodiversity research.
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Tenerife receives around 7.5 million tourists a year but has just two conventional campsites. A forthcoming decree from the Canary Islands government aims to regulate outdoor accommodation and expand the network of camping and motorhome facilities.
Tenerife faces summer with just two campsites amid outdoor tourism boom Read More »
The Canary Islands are set to introduce their first-ever law dedicated to biodiversity and natural heritage. The new legislation will update regional legal frameworks, create a genomic bank for native species, and introduce tougher penalties for environmental damage. This landmark move aims to protect nearly 40% of Spain’s biodiversity found across the archipelago.
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