Kestrel - Falco tinunculus dacotiae Common and seen all over the island. They flew up when alarming yellow-legged gulls flew over. Common around the coast, with the largest numbers in the salinas. Turnstone - Arenaria interpres Common around the coast. Presumably wild birds seen on the lava fields around Timanfaya and the sea cliffs of Risco de Famara.
Tame birds are everywhere.
Seen in groups in arid areas. 2 flying west along the coast at Puerto del Carmen. Berthelot's Pipit - Anthus berthelotii berthelotii The most commonest bird, found everywhere on the island and often very tame. White wagtail - Motacilla alba Seen in small numbers along the coast and in and around towns. Spectacled Warbler - Sylvia conspicillata orbitalis Common in all arid areas.