The Canary ball (known locally as bola canaria) is a traditional precision throwing game that belongs to the bowls family. The objective is simple but requires skill: players throw a series of balls towards a smaller target ball, with the goal of positioning their balls as close as possible to the target, surpassing the opposing team's attempts.

Lanzarote is recognized as the most important center for the practice of this sport, which is why it is sometimes referred to as bunny balls (bola conejo). It is believed that this game, originating in Lanzarote, spread to other Canary Islands like Tenerife and Gran Canaria during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, as Lanzaroteños migrated to these islands for the construction of the ports in their capitals.

The materials used for the balls have evolved over time. In its early days, the balls were made of stone or wood, but in more recent times, they are crafted from pasta, a unique material used in the modern version of the game.

The lane, traditionally made of wood, is now typically constructed from pasta or steel. This playing surface is known as the miche or mingue, essential for the game, allowing for the precision and strategy that make the game unique to the Canary Islands.

As a popular game in Lanzarote, it holds a place in the island's cultural heritage, not only as a form of leisure but also as a historical marker of the island's craftsmanship and traditions.