Killer whales or Orcas, the world's largest dolphins, do visit Tenerife, but their appearances are quite rare.
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Witness many species of birds, orcas, and other animal sights. Take a stroll in the orchid garden, and enjoy the sea lion, dolphin, and parrot shows. Benefit from transportation as part of your experience. Make a splash at with your visit to Siam Park.
Sharks. Tenerife and Gran Canaria are one of the few remaining locations with a substantial population of angelsharks. It is quite a common sight while snorkeling. The basking shark, a harmless plankton feeder, visits the island in large groups during the winter, but is rarely seen.
The water on the coast of Tenerife is not particularly warm, but you can still swim, even during the winter months. On the other hand, the lower water temperature (due to cold currents) provides excellent natural protection from dangerous sea creatures.
Near the island, predators such as sharks are very rare visitors, and the same goes for stinging jellyfish. In general, the water in Tenerife is safe for swimming, but it's still important to take precautions. Don't forget sunscreen even on cloudy days.
Wildlife SafetyThe most dangerous animals on Tenerife are probably goats. We're kidding about goats being dangerous, but we're not kidding that there are no animals more dangerous than a goat on Tenerife. There are also no scorpions and no snakes, just numerous lizards.