San Guillermo National Park
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San Guillermo National Park is a national park in Argentina, in the Iglesia Department of San Juan Province. It was established in 1998 and is part of the San Guillermo Biosphere Reserve. Elevations in the biosphere range from 2,100 metres to 6,380 metres. Vegetation in the National Park and biosphere consists of barren desert, grasslands, and a few wetlands, all located in the high, arid Andes. The animals include vicuña, guanaco, culpeo fox, Andean mountain cat, cougar, and Andean condor. ()
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Andean condor
The Andean condor is a majestic bird native to South America, specifically found soaring the skies of the Andes mountains and the nearby Pacific coasts. Known for its remarkable size, it is the largest flying bird in the world when considering both weight and wingspan.
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Andean mountain cat
The Andean mountain cat is a small wild feline native to the high Andes and is currently listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, with fewer than 2,500 individuals remaining in the wild. This cat is not only ecologically significant but also holds cultural importance...
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Great horned owl
The great horned owl, often referred to as the tiger owl or hoot owl, is a large and adaptable bird native to the Americas. It is the most widely distributed true owl in this region. These owls have a diverse diet, primarily preying on rabbits, hares, rats, mice,...
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Puma, Mountain Lion, Cougar
The cougar, also known by names like puma, mountain lion, red tiger, and catamount, is a remarkable big cat native to the Americas. Scientifically known as Puma concolor, this majestic animal roams from the Canadian Yukon all the way down to the southern Andes in South...
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Short-tailed chinchilla
The short-tailed chinchilla, also known as the Bolivian, Peruvian, or royal chinchilla, is an endangered rodent endemic to South America. This species is one of two types of chinchillas within the genus Chinchilla. Historically, they were widespread across the Andes...
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