Unusual Animals In South America
Into the Wild.
Unusual animals in south america. Arapaima One of the largest freshwater fish Armadillo Can curl into a hard protective ball. Unlike other opossums it has waterproof fur and webbed feet which make swimming easier. ANDEAN CONDOR Tribes all along the length of the Andes Mountain range have myths about this incredible bird.
Maned Wolf A common mammal of South America the maned wolf is found in parts of Brazil Paraguay Bolivia Argentina and Peru. Banjo Catfish The banjo catfish is extremely shy and known for hiding from onlookers. Barb There are over 2000 known species.
It is one of the largest living animals in the Galapagos Island. With almost 60 UNESCO Heritage sites your travels may include visiting the spectacular Perito Moreno Glacier Argentina or Machu Picchu Peru or maybe the Atacama Desert Chile. The sloth is another of unique South America Animals its lazy nature is an uncommon feature in the animal kingdomInteresting reptiles like Anaconda the largest snake Boa Constrictor one of.
The North American Porcupine has a unique history of migrating up north from South America becoming one of the largest rodents you can find on your hikes. Gila monsters are slow so you if you encounter one you should be fine so. Giant anteaters have very poor eye site but their noses are so sensitive they can distinguish which species of termite lie within a moundAfter locating a s.
This animal can be found from Canada to Mexico although it can be hard to see because it sleeps inside dead trees and blends in well with its environment. Some of these animals are endemic and are not found anywhere else in the world. It is native to South America and can grow up to around 2 feet tall and 4 feet long.
Andean condors are the largest raptor in the world and the largest bird of flight in South America. Unusual Animals in South America. South America is teeming with wildlife that is rich and diversified occupying a wide range of habitats.