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Tag: Conservation

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+ Amphibians, BIODIVERSITY, Blog, Conservation, Herping

Unveiling the Enigma: The Discovery of Rhinella Kumanday, Colombia’s Earless Toad

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High in the mountains of Colombia, scientists have uncovered a remarkable new species that challenges our understanding of amphibian diversity. The Rhinella Kumanday, or Kumanday beaked toad, is a testament to the rich biodiversity hidden in the Andes’ remote corners. This “rare” and “cryptic” creature, first encountered several times over the years, remained a puzzle to researchers due to its elusive nature. It wasn’t … Read More Unveiling the Enigma: The Discovery of Rhinella Kumanday, Colombia’s Earless Toad

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+ BIODIVERSITY, Blog, Conservation, Wildlife

Discovering the Enigmatic Pardinoides: A New Species of Tiger-Cat in Colombia’s Cloud Forests

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A recent breakthrough in wildlife research has unveiled a new species of tiger-cat, named Pardinoides, lurking in the cloud forests of Colombia. This discovery adds a fascinating chapter to the story of South American biodiversity, particularly in the realm of elusive feline creatures. For years, the existence of this cryptic predator remained a mystery, evading human detection while preying on small animals in the … Read More Discovering the Enigmatic Pardinoides: A New Species of Tiger-Cat in Colombia’s Cloud Forests

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+ Blog, Ecotourism

From Conflict to Conservation: Colombia’s Transition to Ecotourism and Birdwatching

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Colombia is embracing a new era of peace and environmental conservation by promoting ecotourism, especially in areas once marred by conflict. This transition is particularly evident in the burgeoning birdwatching sector, which capitalizes on Colombia’s status as the world’s most diverse country in terms of bird species. Former FARC guerrillas are being reintegrated into society as birdwatching guides, contributing to both biodiversity preservation and … Read More From Conflict to Conservation: Colombia’s Transition to Ecotourism and Birdwatching

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+ BIODIVERSITY, Blog, Conservation

Colombia’s Biodiversity Crisis: Hundreds of Species Added to Threatened List

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Colombia has updated its list of threatened species for the first time since 2017, adding hundreds of species due to threats like deforestation, mining, and illegal hunting. The country now has 2,103 species listed as critically endangered, endangered, or vulnerable. This includes 465 critically endangered species, 801 endangered species, and 837 vulnerable species. Emblematic species at risk include the Harlequin Toad, Venezuelan troupial, Magdalena … Read More Colombia’s Biodiversity Crisis: Hundreds of Species Added to Threatened List

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+ BIODIVERSITY, Blog, Conservation, PHOTOGRAPHY

On Conservation in Colombia with Fernando Trujillo

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This is the latest post in the Colombia Blog Series by Colombia Photo Expeditions, in which Kike Calvo profiles interesting information, research and thoughts on Colombia related to journalism, ecotourism, science, exploration and photography. Fernando Trujillo is a Colombian marine biologist from the University Jorge Tadeo Lozano and the scientific director of the Omacha foundation. He has been working with special conservation for 30 years with … Read More On Conservation in Colombia with Fernando Trujillo

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+ Academic Publications, BIODIVERSITY, Ichthyology, Uncategorized

Updated Checklist of the Freshwater Fishes of Colombia.

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Diverse Colombia by Colombia Photo Expeditions, in which Kike Calvo profiles interesting information, research and thoughts on Colombia for journalism, ecotourism, science, exploration and photography. The Asociación Colombiana de Ictiólogos (ACICTIOS), the largest network of fish experts in Colombia, has created a reference list of all the fresh water species in the country. After Brazil, Colombia holds the Second place in the number of fresh water species, with a … Read More Updated Checklist of the Freshwater Fishes of Colombia.

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+ Academic Publications, BIODIVERSITY

Biodiversity and Ecosystem Challenges in the Colombian Caribbean

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This post is the latest in the series Uncover Diverse Colombia by Colombia Photo Expeditions, in which Kike Calvo profiles interesting information, research and thoughts on Colombia for journalism, ecotourism, science, exploration and photography. The Colombian Caribbean, one of the most biodiverse regions in the world, is facing great challenges in biodiversity conservation due to accelerated ecosystem transformations and the territorial planning required for peacemaking.  A … Read More Biodiversity and Ecosystem Challenges in the Colombian Caribbean

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