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Fires in Chubut and Río Negro reportedly set intentionally

The governor of **Chubut**, **Ignacio Torres**, and the governor of **Río Negro, Alberto Weretilneck**, denounced that the active fires in their provinces were intentional. They did so on Sunday and pointed out that the crime **"will not go unpunished."** The...

Fires in Patagonia: 3500 hectares destroyed in Lanín and more active hotspots

The fires in Patagonia bring worse news as the fire advances. The climatic conditions, with high temperatures and drought, cause the flames to spread rapidly and make the work of the firefighters more difficult. Authorities confirmed that the focus in...

The turquoise lake in Argentina that captivates all tourists

Patagonia hides numerous wonders that are discovered by tourists, while others still remain hidden. This lake is one of the most spectacular in the country and everyone agrees on one thing: the turquoise color of its waters will leave...

Fires in Patagonia: 13,000 hectares of forests lost

Wildfires in Patagonia, since they broke out last year, have already devastated 13,000 hectares of forest, scrubland, and grasslands. These territories include the areas of Epuyén and Atilio Viglione, in the province of Chubut, and Nahuel Huapi National Park, in...

Patagonian Sharks: Reef Project for Protection

Alejo Irigoyen, a researcher at the Center for Marine Systems Studies (CESIMAR, CONICET), specialized in Marine Ecology and a member of the Arrecife Project team, explains the importance of preserving shark species within the marine ecosystem along the Patagonian...

Severe droughts in Patagonia: impact on forests and possible responses

A recent article titled “Surviving or Dying of Thirst”, published in the magazine Desde la Patagonia, difundiendo saberes, warns about a future of droughts more frequent, intense, and prolonged in the Patagonian region. According to specialists from the National...

The fundamental role of Magellanic penguins in the ecological balance of Chubut

On the extensive and arid coast of **Chubut**, among shrubs and rugged rocks, resides one of the most important **Magellanic penguin colonies** in the world. These southern inhabitants have developed a unique bond with their environment, defying the limits of...

Fires in Patagonia have already consumed 10,000 hectares.

The fires in Patagonia, affecting Chubut, Río Negro, and Neuquén, have already consumed more than 10,000 hectares of forests, grasslands, and plantations. They started near the end of the year and there are still active hotspots. This equals an area...

Three must-see places to explore the history and archaeological richness of northwestern Santa Cruz

The northwest of Santa Cruz protects a unique cultural heritage in America with must-see places to explore. Three of them are the Cave of Hands, the Alero Charcamata, and the Cerro de los Indios, inviting you to discover a...

Why the fire in Nahuel Huapi could be completely extinguished in April

The Nahuel Huapi fire continues to be active. Far from giving a break to the natural areas and the firefighters working against the clock, there is growing concern that it will expand even further. In the last few hours, a...

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Small actions that create a big environmental impact: how to contribute to caring for the planet

Environmental problems are becoming increasingly evident, making it essential for all of us to participate in environmental protection through...