Monthly Archives: June 2011
Species Profile: Mountain Vizcacha
At first glance, one might question the Mountain Vizcacha’s heritage – are these mammals part of the Leporidae family (rabbit) or the Chinchillidae family (Chinchilla)? If you guessed the latter, you are correct. With their large ears, powerful hind legs, … Continue reading
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Gigapanning Patagonia: by Dr. Stuart Pimm
Introduction: Dr. Stuart Pimm, a celebrated conservation biologist, Professor of Conservation Ecology at Duke University and author of The World According to Pimm: a Scientist Audits the Earth, serves on the Science Advisory Board of Conservacion Patagonica. In this post, … Continue reading
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Finding Silencio, Huemul of the Baker River
For years, HidroAysen has claimed that the megadams planned for the Baker River would not disturb any habitat of the critically endangered huemul deer. At the end of May, a team of Conservacion Patagonica park guards surveyed the area that … Continue reading
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New Video: Kayak Club of Cochrane
We think of our part of Patagonia, Chile’s Aysen region, as one of the wildest, most beautiful and “best for adventure” places on the planet. So we love seeing how these steep mountains, dramatic fjords, and imposing rivers inspire people … Continue reading
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