Beni Biological Station Biosphere Reserve
Facts and practical information
Beni Biological Station Biosphere Reserve) is a protected area in Bolivia located in the Beni Department, in the José Ballivián Province and Yacuma Province. ()
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Wildlife
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Giant otter
The giant otter, often referred to as the giant river otter, is an intriguing carnivorous mammal native to South America. As the largest member of the weasel family, Mustelidae, these remarkable creatures can reach up to 1.7 meters in length.
Mammals
Giant anteater
The giant anteater, often referred to as the ant bear, is a fascinating insectivorous mammal native to Central and South America. Distinguished as the sole extant member of the genus Myrmecophaga, it belongs to the order Pilosa, which also includes sloths.
Mammals
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
Little Spotted Cat
The oncilla, also known as the northern tiger cat, little spotted cat, and tigrillo, is a small, spotted feline found from Central America to central Brazil. Unfortunately, it is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, primarily due to deforestation...
Mammals
South American tapir
The South American tapir, often referred to as the Brazilian tapir, Amazonian tapir, maned tapir, or lowland tapir, is a captivating large mammal native to the Amazon region. Among the four tapir species, it is the largest indigenous to the Amazon.
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