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Flora and fauna

Inkaterra Live Chat Carmen Soto
Traveling in Peru
Chat with Carmen Soto, Biologist at Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel

Tune in to our live chat with Inkaterra’s Carmen Soto, who will introduce us to the fascinating flora and fauna of the cloud forest of Machu Picchu.

July 17, 2020

A majestic Llama on the way to Chivay
Environment  ·  Living in Peru  ·  Nature  ·  Traveling in Peru
These Photos of Llamas Are Everything (You Are Welcome)

Llamas are adorable animals from every angle and we have the receipts to prove it. You will surely encounter them if you go to the southern highlands of Peru. Especially if you visit Cusco, Arequipa, and Puno.

October 12, 2019

night monkey
Living in Peru
Creatures that Roam Peru: Have You Heard of the Night Monkey?

The night monkeys are very small and large-eyed monkeys can be found across Central and South America, and have a very distinctive call.

September 17, 2019

Traveling in Peru
A Rare Species: Have You Heard of the San Lucas Marsupial Frog

Though it is not at risk of extinction, this is a rare species due to habitat loss and pollution. Like all members of the Hyla family, they have suckers on the fingers. This frog has very colorful green and brownish […]

September 9, 2019

tanagar
Living in Peru
Birds of Peru: Have You Spotted the Scarlet-Bellied Mountain Tanager?

If you keep your ears open and your eyes to the sky, you might spot the Scarlet-Bellied Mountain Tanager, a brightly colored bird, in the Andes of Peru. This beautiful bird is unmistakable for those who see it because of […]

September 3, 2019

Iquitos-Amazon
Plants of the Peruvian Jungle: Have You Tried the Aguaje?

The aguaje tree grows abundantly in the Peruvian jungle and is known for its brightly colored egg-shaped fruits which are used to make juices and ice creams. But most people don’t realize that the plant has many other important uses. […]

August 21, 2019

iquitos zoo
Iquitos-Amazon  ·  Traveling in Peru
Making a Stroll through the Iquitos Zoo (Photo Essay)

Many visitors are unaware that Iquitos has a fairly large zoo that is home to many different types of jungle animals. Here are some of the types of species that you will see in the zoo Not only does the […]

August 13, 2019

toucan
Nature
Birds of Peru: The Hooded mountain toucan

Though the Toucan is most known as a creature of the jungles, this unique and colorful species inhabits high Andean landscapes. Have you spotted one lately? Morphological characteristics Toucans are distinguished by the disproportionate size of their wide beak, as […]

August 6, 2019

Nature
An Important Jungle Fish: Meet the Paco

This large fish is a popular menu item at restaurants across the jungles of Peru. It is able to thrive in conditions where other fish cannot live. Morphological characteristics This large fish reaches about 80 cm in length and can […]

July 24, 2019

capuli
Nature
Plants of Peru: Have You Tried the Capuli?

These small and tart fruits grow in abundance across the Andes. When the fruits are in season, you’re bound to find them at any local market. Morphological characteristics The capuli is a small tree with thick branches and small leaves. […]

July 15, 2019

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