Laurisilva of Madeira

The Laurisilva of Madeira is an outstanding relict of a previously widespread laurel forest type. It is the largest surviving area of laurel forest and is believed to be 90% primary forest. It contains a unique suite of plants and animals, including many endemic species such as the Madeiran long-toed pigeon.[1]

## See also[edit]

* List of World Heritage Sites in Europe and North America

## External links[edit]

* Official website of the Madeira Natural Park

## References[edit]

1. ↑ http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/934