Capo Pecora, Protected coastal area in Province of South Sardinia, Italy

Capo Pecora is a coastal area in southern Sardinia characterized by rocky cliffs that drop steeply to the sea and small coves with sandy beaches stretching for several kilometers. The site encompasses diverse Mediterranean habitats including rock formations, sandy shores, and shallow waters that create varied environments for wildlife.

Capo Pecora is listed as a Site of Community Importance under the Habitats Directive, within the Natura 2000 network, covering over 3,800 hectares of coastal and terrestrial habitats in the municipality of Arbus. The promontory long marked the south-eastern border of the Province of Medio Campidano with the Province of Sulcis Iglesiente; since 2016 both have been part of the Province of South Sardinia.

The coves and rock formations carry animal-inspired names, such as the "Spiaggia delle uova di dinosauro" (Dinosaur Egg Beach), where sea-smoothed pebbles resemble eggs. The main beach of Capo Pecora is made of coarse golden sand. The site is a SIC (Site of Community Importance) covering over 3,800 hectares, and its waters draw snorkellers and spearfishers for mormora, mullet, sea bream, octopus, amberjack, white seabream and bass.

The Capo Pecora beach is reached by a rough dirt track; the coves beyond the promontory are cut off at high tide. The granite cliffs offer no shade, so carry water and wear shoes with grip for the pebble beaches. The main beach has coarse golden sand.

The location is home to rare plant species like oak trees and serves as nesting ground for cormorants and peregrine falcons that breed in the cliffs. These bird species are difficult to spot, making a visit particularly rewarding for nature watchers.