Discover posts about animals in Portugal and beyond, including pets, local wildlife, Portuguese breeds, and special international animal days, all designed to help you learn relevant European Portuguese vocabulary in context.
Março is here, and with it comes some of Portugal’s most iconic seasonal visitors – the andorinhas! With their elegant flight and cheerful chirping, these little birds signal the true start of spring. But did you know that Portugal is home to not just swallows but also swifts and house martins? Each of these birds … Read more
When you think of Portugal, you might think of Algarvian beaches, Fado, or perhaps a glass of rich port wine. But let’s not forget one of Portugal’s most beloved yet often overlooked treasures – its dogs. From mountains to cities, Portuguese dogs have been faithful companions, working partners, and guardians of tradition for centuries. Cão … Read more
Olá a todos! Today, we’re diving into a topic that many of us hold close to our hearts – pets! Whether you’re a proud owner of a cão (dog) or a gato (cat), learning to talk about your furry friends in Portuguese can be fun and practical. To make this learning experience even more engaging, … Read more
On the 26th of August, we celebrate World Dog Day! This special day is dedicated to our beloved four-legged friends. But did you know that Portugal has a rich canine culture worth exploring? I know that in many foreign circles, there is mostly the opinion that dogs are mistreated in Portugal. I wish I could … Read more
Practice and learn Portuguese vocabulary with these fun word searches. Let me know if you found them all! This one’s theme is “os cães” (the dogs). Try this word search in Portuguese as many times as you like, the layout changes every time. How did you do? To go back to the main word search … Read more
Every year no dia 17 de Agosto, we celebrate Black Cat Appreciation Day. In Portuguese, we call it O Dia do Gato Preto. I had known of this date before but didn’t know why it existed. The reason was eye-opening for sure. This event has its beginning in the United States but has since spread … Read more
Practice and learn Portuguese vocabulary with these fun word searches. Let me know if you found them all! This one’s theme is “os gatos” (the cats). Try this word search in Portuguese as many times as you like, the layout changes every time. How did you do? To go back to the main word search … Read more
Try this crossword about cats in Portuguese. If you need to brush up on your cat-related vocabulary, read this post first. Back to Portuguese Vocabulary Quizzes
Every year, on the 8th of August, we celebrate World Cat Day, also known as International Cat Day. This special day came about in 2002 by the International Fund for Animal Welfare to pay tribute to the most popular pet in the world – the cat. A Second Celebration Interestingly, people love cats so much … Read more
It’s that time of the year again! And new arrivals to the country are greeted by an unexpected sight: flying ants in Portugal! First, don’t panic. They are NOT termites. We call them agúdias. Let’s explore what distinguishes them from their termite counterparts and their behaviours. What are Flying Ants? Winged ants, belonging to the … Read more