France is dedicated to preserving its natural landscapes through a network of national and regional parks.
* **National Parks:** There are 11 national parks, including Vanoise, Écrins, and Mercantour in the Alps; the Calanques near Marseille; the Pyrenees National Park; and overseas parks like the Guiana Amazonian Park. * **Regional Nature Parks:** Over 50 regional nature parks (*Parcs Naturels Régionaux*) protect rural landscapes, including the Camargue (famous for its wild horses and flamingos), the Verdon Gorge, and the volcanoes of Auvergne. * **Wildlife:** Diverse habitats support species such as the Alpine ibex, chamois, brown bears (in the Pyrenees), and wild boar.