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Andean cat day: for the first time, one is recorded with its offspring in Mendoza.

This Thursday, February 20th is the Day of the **Andean cat** (*Leopardus jacobita*). It is a small feline characterized by its astonishing coat of **vertical stripes and a proportionally long tail**. Its populations are scarce and fragmented in areas of...

Mendoza: Cyclists save horse from falling off cliff

A group of cyclists who were exploring mountain trails in the Portinaris region, in the Tunuyán department, province of Mendoza, had an unexpected experience. While traversing the paths of Cajón Grande, the cyclists encountered a horse in danger, on the...

The College of Veterinarians in Mendoza is accused of covering up information about the handling of mules in Aconcagua.

After the scandal over the presence of 70 pack mules in Aconcagua in a state of malnutrition and general health deterioration, the Undersecretary of Environment and Energy of Mendoza acknowledged the seriousness of the situation and accused the College...

Thinking of Others: Accessible Trekking Proposal in Aconcagua for People with Disabilities

A group of 20 people participated in an original proposal of accessible trekking in the Aconcagua Provincial Park. Using an adapted unicycle, they trekked the Interpretive Tourist Circuit Laguna de los Horcones. In October 2024, a similar experience took place...

A storm and the river’s rise wreaked havoc in the Atuel Canyon.

During an unusual river flood, a storm in San Rafael, Mendoza caused havoc in the Atuel Canyon. Provincial Route 173 suffered severe damage over the weekend, and traffic in the area remains interrupted. Furthermore, the Nihuil 2 and Nihuil 3...

Serious case of animal abuse in Aconcagua: two arrested and over 70 mules confiscated

In a mega-control operation, provincial authorities detected a serious case of animal abuse in Aconcagua, Mendoza. After a thorough inspection of 300 specimens, it was determined that a crime had been committed. As a result, about 70 mules were confiscated...

A flying mammal surprised in broad daylight in downtown Mendoza.

The microcenter of Mendoza is home to various species of domestic fauna adapted to human presence. From rodents to birds like pigeons and sparrows, coexist in this urban area. However, recently, a flying mammal surprised everyone, not so much...

Mendoza opens Laguna del Diamante, a natural paradise: essential information

The Government of **Mendoza** announced the opening of the **“Laguna del Diamante”** natural reserve for this (https://noticiasambientales.com/turismo/explora-san-luis-historia-y-naturaleza-en-el-encantador-pueblo-del-verano-2025/). The inauguration took place on January 8, and on that day, entry to the reserve was free. Subsequently, visitors will need to purchase...

Green initiative: 4,000 trees to be planted to mitigate emissions from the Beer Festival.

The 17th edition of the Provincial Beer Festival in **Godoy Cruz** stood out for its **green initiative**: being the first (https://noticiasambientales.com/compromiso-ambiental/machupicchu-obtuvo-la-certificacion-como-destino-de-turismo-carbono-neutral/). Within one year, all the **greenhouse gas emissions** generated during the event will be offset through initiatives such as...

Mendoza: Poachers of guanacos arrested in the heart of natural reserve.

Park rangers from the Villavicencio Private Nature Reserve in Mendoza, detained guanaco poachers within the protected area. Four men were caught in the act of disemboweling one of the animals. Additionally, they threatened the officers with firearms and initially fled...

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Agroecology: a sustainable model for the agriculture of the future

Agroecology, also known as organic agriculture, has established itself as an agricultural system that seeks to produce high-quality food...