Mburucuyá National Park
Facts and practical information
Mburucuyá National Park is a National park in Argentina. It is located in the north west of the Corrientes Province around 150 km from the city of Corrientes and covers an area of 176 square kilometres of the Iberá Wetlands. ()
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Wildlife
AnimalsSee what popular animal species you can meet in this location.
Jaguar
The jaguar is a large cat native to the Americas and the only member of the Panthera genus found in this region. These majestic creatures can be found from the southwestern United States through Central and South America, thriving in tropical and subtropical forests.
Mammals
Maned wolf
The maned wolf, the largest canid in South America, is a fascinating and unique animal that stands apart from both foxes and wolves. It belongs to its own genus, Chrysocyon, and possesses distinctive traits that render it especially remarkable.
Mammals
Marsh (Swamp) Deer
The marsh deer, often referred to as the swamp deer, is the largest deer species in South America. These majestic animals can grow up to 2 meters in length and stand about 1.2 meters tall at the shoulder. They are found in countries such as Argentina, Bolivia, Peru...
Mammals
Capybara
The capybara, native to South America, holds the distinction of being the largest living rodent in the world. Belonging to the genus Hydrochoerus, these social animals are often observed in groups, sometimes numbering as many as 100 individuals.
Mammals
Neotropical otter
The neotropical otter, also known as the neotropical river otter, is a captivating species found throughout Central America, South America, and Trinidad. These otters bear a close resemblance to other river otter species, typically measuring between 36 to 66...
Mammals
Corrientes