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…
Flora & Fauna of Patagonia
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.…
The Penguin Interpretation Center of Punta Tombo, nestled in the wildlife reserve, was built without altering either nature or landscape. To get to Punta Tombo, the largest continental reserve of Magellanic penguins it is necessary to travel about 120 km.…
Travel 24 km Towards the port of Punta Quilla, there take the detour that departs from Estancia Monte Entrance to arrive after 2.5 km to the Magellan penguin colony. These birds arrive at this coast at the end of August,…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
This is the conclusion reached by the experts at National Geographic. After conducting a survey about the best whale watching places in the world to spot these huge cetaceans, Argentina charted at the top according to NatGeo. The list also…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Punta Tombo is the most important Magellan Penguins colony within continental Patagonia. More than a million of them arrive at this place every year in order to breed. Learn how can you make the most of your visit to the…
The Valdes peninsula is a fauna reservation that has been declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO. There, sea wolves, elephant seals and a great variety of birds coexist. It is also the place where the reproduction of the Southern Right…