 With regard to wildlife, of particular note is the presence of the capercaillie, the golden eagle, the bearded vulture and, for mammals, the European pine marten ("Martes martes") and the Pyrenean chamois.Created in 1988, the Plateau de Beille Nordic ski resort was opened in 1989.The facilities include of cross-country trails, of snowshoe trails, a biathlon stadium and a school for dog sledding.