<P> Various other notable cities are also present on the peninsula, such as: Elche (230,354), Oviedo (225,973), Badalona (220,977) and Terrassa (215 678) in Spain; and Braga (181,874), Amadora (175,558), Coimbra (102,455) and Setúbal (90,640) in Portugal . </P> <P> The woodlands of the Iberian Peninsula are distinct ecosystems . Although the various regions are each characterized by distinct vegetation, there are some similarities across the peninsula . </P> <P> While the borders between these regions are not clearly defined, there is a mutual influence that makes it very hard to establish boundaries and some species find their optimal habitat in the intermediate areas . </P> <P> The Iberian Peninsula in an important stopover on the East Atlantic flyway for birds migrating from northern Europe to Africa . For example, curlew sandpipers rest in the region of the Bay of Cádiz . </P>

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