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flora and fauna
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...
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...
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...
Iquitos-Amazon
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...
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...
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...
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...
Environment
Animals of Peru: Meet the Tapir
This large animal, commonly referred to as the sachavaca, the wild cow, roams in isolated jungle regions. Due to overhunting, their populations are quickly...
