Egyptian mongoose
El Puerto de Santa María is situated in the middle of the Parque natural Bahia de Cádiz. This include ) of pine forest which form one part of the three ecosystems in the area. An endangered species of chameleon along with other reptiles and birds of immense variety can be found in the forest. Egyptian mongoose can also be spotted in the area. The area boasts two other natural parks, the Sierra de Grazalema and El Coto Donaña.