Atlas Mountains Barbary
Mountain & Alpine
Mammals
Intermediate
Morocco — High Atlas
April to June
Overview
Search for Barbary macaques and Barbary sheep in North Africa's highest mountains.
Equipment
- Binoculars
- Hiking boots
- Sun protection
- Water purifier
Safety Notes
- Flash floods possible in spring
- Terrain is rugged and exposed
Identification Tips
1
Barbary macaques found in cedar forests between 1,500-2,500m
2
Barbary sheep are crepuscular on rocky cliffs
3
Dipper birds along mountain streams
Species Checklist
| Species | Likelihood | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Barbary Macaque | common | Cedar forests 1,500-2,500m |
| Barbary Sheep | uncommon | Cliff faces at dawn/dusk |
| Levaillant's Woodpecker | uncommon | Old cedar trees |
| Atlas Day Gecko | common | Rocky walls in sunshine |