Las Hermosas National Natural Park
Facts and practical information
The Las Hermosas National Natural Park is a national park located in the Valle del Cauca and Tolima departments, at the highest elevation of Cordillera Central range in the Andean Region of Colombia. Its main feature is probably the wetlands and 387 glacial lakes. ()
Tolima
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Wildlife
AnimalsSee what popular animal species you can meet in this location.
Spectacled bear
The spectacled bear, also known as the Andean bear, is the only surviving member of the short-faced bear family and resides in South America. Unfortunately, due to habitat loss, it is now classified as Vulnerable. Despite being the largest land carnivore on the...
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
Mountain tapir
The mountain tapir, also known as the Andean tapir or woolly tapir, is the smallest of the four recognized tapir species and is notable for inhabiting regions outside tropical rainforests. This distinct creature is easily recognized by its thick, woolly coat...
Mammals
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...
Mammals
White-tailed deer
The white-tailed deer, often referred to as the whitetail or Virginia deer, is a medium-sized species endemic to North America, Central America, and parts of South America, including Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia. This adaptable species has also been introduced...
Mammals
Tolima