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The special bond of a town in Santa Cruz with the Andean condor: they dream of being its national capital

In the small town of 28 de Noviembre, in Santa Cruz, the Andean condor is not just a symbol: it is part of the community's identity. With only 9,000 inhabitants, the municipality has developed a deep bond with this...

Gendarmes rescue an Andean condor in Santa Cruz: what is the conservation protocol for this species

The **Andean condor (*Vultur Gryphus*)** is one of the most emblematic birds of South America and a (https://noticiasambientales.com/animales/san-luis-75-voluntarios-realizaron-la-primera-capacitacion-para-el-censo-de-condor-andino/). Its population faces multiple threats due to **habitat degradation, the use of toxic baits, and poaching**. This makes each registered specimen of...

Santa Cruz: Young Hooded Grebes Bred in Captivity Released

"Long live", was the phrase with which the scientists of the Patagonia Program bid farewell to three juveniles of the hooded grebe (Podiceps gallardoi) that had been raised in a scientific base. As they watched the birds drift away...

Historic decision: Santa Cruz bans hunting of pumas and foxes

In a historic decision, **Santa Cruz (https://noticiasambientales.com/animales/tras-50-anos-neuquen-prohibe-la-caza-deportiva-del-puma/)** and foxes with the aim of protecting the local fauna. The measure excludes these species from the **list of animals allowed** for **sport hunting** during the season. ### Santa Cruz bans hunting of pumas...

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...

Lake of the Desert, a hidden gem in the heart of Patagonia.

The province of Santa Cruz has some of the most popular tourist attractions in the country, such as San Carlos de Bariloche. However, it is not the only destination to visit or explore, as you can also take advantage...

The perfect Patagonian destination for nature trekking

The Argentine territory is full of dreamy destinations, ideal for enjoying tourism and nature. For this reason, these places usually become a kind of magnet that attracts all those looking for (https://noticiasambientales.com/turismo/lugares-de-la-patagonia-para-hacer-trekking-y-disfrutar-de-la-naturaleza/), or simply to do **trekking** in a...

Alarm raised over blood effluent spill on local waterfront.

The presence of what seemed to be **blood on the local waterfront**, specifically in the **meatpacking area**, has raised alarm among the neighbors and the recreational community of the waterfront. The photograph taken by Edgardo Cardenas on Monday reveals the...

Oldest tadpole in the world discovered by Argentine scientists

Scientists from Argentina have discovered the oldest tadpole in the world, which coexisted with dinosaurs in the Middle Jurassic approximately 161 million years ago. This paleontological finding is crucial for understanding the evolution of frogs and toads. The fossil, found...

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Surprise in Colombia: a bird species thought to be extinct is rediscovered

In a discovery that surprised the scientific community, the Santa Marta Sabrewing (Campylopterus phainopeplus), a species considered extinct since...