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Pines are common along the route, but many suffer from fire damage

Most open mountainsides, as well as sunny spots inside woods and forests, may be covered with a tall pampas-like grass, Ampelodesmus mauritanica, which is best referred to by its common name of càrritx. It looks innocuous from a distance but can prove troublesome on closer acquaintance. Avoid stepping on its long fronds with one foot, which can form a loop, tripping walkers as they bring their next foot forward. Get into the habit of high-stepping past càrritx to avoid tripping.

Animals

Sheep grazing among old orchards on the descent to Son Fortuny (Alternative start C)

Whatever large mammals once roamed Mallorca, only feral goats remain, along with domesticated sheep, a few cattle and fewer pigs. Bells draw attention to farm stock foraging on the mountainsides. Signs reading ‘Big Game Hunting’ might seem alarming, but they refer to the hunting of feral goats, which is permitted on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays from October to February. Hunters are unlikely to shoot across popular paths, but walkers should be aware of their presence. In the unlikely event that you find yourself too close to a shooting party, yell loudly in any language!