Flora & Fauna of Patagonia

Patagomaia Chainko: Rewriting the Evolutionary History of Mesozoic Mammals

The discovery of Patagomaia chainko, a new mammal species from the Late Cretaceous period, has sparked significant interest in the scientific community This remarkable finding, derived from fossils unearthed in southern Patagonia, challenges existing perceptions regarding the size and diversity...

Sea Lions: Features and habits

From the pinniped (sea mammals with fins and feet), the sea lions are the only ones who also have ears. The aspect of this species varies a lot according to age and sex. Adult males have very long necks covered with a thick...

Birds in El Cóndor Natural Reserve

Man is active, and the consequences of his actions are sometimes constructive and sometimes devastating. Acting in favor of the conservation of areas rich in biodiversity is a significant step to repair damage, and also to preserve our natural heritage...

The Burrowing Parrots

A group of German researchers has closely studied the evolution of a very important colony of burrowing parrots at the El Cóndor beach, near Viedma, and discovered that its number is dramatically decreasing. One of the reasons is that local...

What is the red tide?

It is a toxic illness that is also called Paralyzed Intoxication by seafood that takes place when ingesting seafood that has eaten marine plankton which produces paralyzing poison. It is not any virus, bacteria or fungus, it is not an infection....

Fauna of Patagonia

Patagonia has got a rich and characteristic wildlife There are many animals and a noticeable diversity of species. Among the great vertebrates is the Southern Right Whale, which can be watched from the shore, and also Orcas, dolphins and the...

Flora of Patagonia

In order to describe the Patagonia flora it is necessary to distinguish the different regions within it. The part of the northern littoral containing the coast region in Rio Negro and Chubut is a transition zone between the Chaco forest and Patagonia...

Patagonian Protected Region: what is it and how to preserve it?

The Patagonian Protected Region has a different zoo and phytosanitary status than the rest of Argentina, which allows the commercialization of its production to the most demanding international markets. Patagonia is the only region of the Argentina internationally recognized as...

Scuba diving in Puerto Madryn

In Puerto Madryn you will find everything you need for an excellent diving experience: guides, equipment, boats, safety ... and the essential: a sea full of surprises like only Patagonia can offer Puerto Madryn, by tradition, by project and effort,...

Ría Deseado Natural Reserve

This ría (drowned valley or drowned river valley) is unique in its geology and fauna and it has been declared Reserva Natural Intangible (Natural Reserve) both for its beauty and its scientific interest. It is the only river in South...