Tamá National Natural Park
Facts and practical information
The Tamá National Natural Park is a national park located in the Tamá Massif of the Andean Region of Colombia, between the municipalities Toledo and Herrán, in the department of Norte de Santander, in the northeastern part of the Eastern Ranges of the Colombian Andes. One of the main attractions of the park is a 820-metre-high waterfall, one of the world's highest. ()
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Best Ways to Experience the Park
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
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
Helmeted curassow
The helmeted curassow, or northern helmeted curassow, is a striking bird belonging to the Cracidae family. These large, terrestrial birds thrive in the subtropical cloud forests of the steep, mountainous regions of western Venezuela and northern Colombia.
Birds
Flame-winged parakeet
The flame-winged parakeet, also referred to as the brown-breasted parakeet, is a vibrant member of the Psittacidae family. These colorful birds are typically found in the forest edges and shrublands of Colombia, primarily on the eastern slopes of the Andes, at...
Birds
Oilbird
The oilbird, also known as the guácharo, is an exceptionally distinctive bird found in the northern regions of South America, including Trinidad. These fascinating birds belong to the genus *Steatornis* and the family Steatornithidae.
Birds
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