Maquipucuna

protected area in Andean Highlands

#31 in Andean Highlands / #43 in Ecuador

by Santiago Ron

/ CC BY 2.0

Maquipucuna is a renowned ecological reserve located in the Andean cloud forests of Ecuador. Encompassing over 14,000 acres, it is a biodiversity hotspot that serves as a sanctuary for a wide variety of flora and fauna, including several endangered species. The reserve is particularly famous for its population of spectacled bears, making it a prime location for wildlife enthusiasts and researchers.

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