Flora and Fauna Observation

It means observing natural ecosystems. You can practice it like an outdoor activity or for investigation.

In Chile

Animal and vegetal resources in Chile are unique in the world, considering that several species are only found on this side of the Earth.

National flora and fauna is protected in national parks and reservations, administrated by private and state institutions. All of them are managed by CONAF (National Forestal Corporation).

You can find fauna in arid areas, highlands and in the country. Also, Chile has a beautiful flora, mainly in the south and in Patagonia.

Basic Aspect

To practice this activity, you need to protect the natural enviroment. In Chile, there are some species in extinction danger, like the Puma.

You only need to take care of the nature, respect all the places you visit, take care of yourself and let the authorities know abouth your itinerary.

Equipment

• First-aid kit
• Photographic camera
• Sun glasses or binoculars
• Confortable clothes (not too colorful)

Services

Organizations

• Birds of Chile

  

  Chile has a beautiful avifauna, with more than 439 species. 11 of them are unique in the world.

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• Land animals

  

  Many animals you will be able to see in Chile are species that cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

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• Flora of Chile

  

  The country's flora is diverse thanks to its rich geography and different kinds of weathers.

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