Monte Volturino
| Monte Volturino | |
|---|---|
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,835 m (6,020 ft) |
| Prominence | 912 m (2,992 ft) |
| Coordinates | 40°24′45″N 15°48′35″E / 40.41250°N 15.80972°E |
| Geography | |
Monte Volturino Italy | |
| Location | Basilicata, Italy |
| Parent range | Southern Apennines |
Monte Volturino is a mountain of Basilicata, southern Italy.
Flora and Fauna
Monte Volturino was designated as a Special Protection Area (SPA) by the European Union Birds Directive. The site features 89 Nature directives' species, including the Italian crested newt, four-lined snake, Italian sparrow, rock partridge, Eurasian hoopoe, and European bee-eater. Flora includes silver poplar, white willow, Turkey oak, and sweet chestnut.[1]
References
- ^ "EUNIS -Site factsheet for Appenino Lucano Monte Volturino". EUNIS. European Environment Agency. Retrieved 2025-11-21.