Vipers fighting at Crepe d’Oucera

Viper photographed in the grass at Crepe d’Oucera Alte above Cortina d’Ampezzo

Yesterday I was not heading to Crepe d’Oucera for climbing. Instead, I decided to enjoy a nice walk starting from Cortina, passing by the Crosc de Ester, then through Pocol, and continuing up to the area of Crepe d’Oucera Alte. I knew a few friends were climbing there, and I was happy to reach them …

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The hanging red deer

The unusual and sad end of a deer The winter of 2012–2013 was particularly harsh for the animals living in our beautiful area, and sadly many of them did not manage to survive the difficulties that arise when heavy snowfall makes it very hard to find food, and when low temperatures take an even greater …

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Spruce Bark Beetle in the Dolomites: a silent threat to spruce forests

Bark excavated by the spruce bark beetle.

Today, I want to discuss an exciting occurrence: the spruce bark beetle in the Dolomites. This insect is having a significant impact on the region’s forests. Every day, as I explore the wonders of the Dolomites, I can’t help but notice the changes our environment is facing. Mass tourism is now an evident emergency, as …

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