Protected Area

The Pantanos de Centla Biosphere Reserve, an ecological gem in the heart of Tabasco, southern Mexico, beckons as one of the most crucial wetlands in what was once Mesoamerica. Stretching across the states of Tabasco and Campeche, the Pantanos de Centla reveals a dynamic interplay of diverse ecosystems, standing out for its verdant tropical moist forest ecoregion, characterized by seasonally flooded forests and wetlands.

The Paracas National Reserve is a protected area in Peru that protects desert and marine ecosystems, including the Paracas Peninsula and Paracas Bay. In addition, the Ballestas Islands are a group of small islands off the coast of the peninsula that are an essential sanctuary for marine fauna.

The Paraguaná Peninsula is between the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Venezuela in northwestern Venezuela. It is connected to the rest of the country by a natural isthmus. Médanos de Coro National Park, located along the Médanos Isthmus, is known for its massive dunes.

Parima Tapirapecó National Park is a vital part of the Guayanan Highlands moist forests ecoregion. The park is home to a variety of plants and animals, including many that are found nowhere else on Earth. The park also protects the headwaters of the Orinoco River, which is one of the largest rivers in South America.

The Patagonia Azul Biosphere Reserve encompasses the greatest biodiversity on the Argentine coastline. The area includes important breeding, feeding and migration sites for various species. It also hosts the world's largest colony of Magellanic penguins.

Patagonia National Park is situated in the Aysén region of southern Chile. It lies in the transition zone where the arid steppe of Argentine Patagonia meets the temperate southern beech forests of Chilean Patagonia. The park boasts diverse ecosystems, including grassland, riparian forests, and wetlands.

Nestled between the municipalities of La Plata and Berazategui, along the banks of the majestic Río de la Plata, lies the Pereyra Iraola Provincial Park and Biosphere Reserve. This urban oasis is the largest provincial park in Argentina's Buenos Aires Province and a rich center of biodiversity, offering a sanctuary for nature enthusiasts and city dwellers alike.

The Perito Moreno Glacier is located in southwest Argentina within the Los Glaciares National Park. One of the most important tourist attractions in Argentine Patagonia, it is embedded into the remote mountain landscape of the Patagonian Andes shared by Argentina and Chile.

Situated in the heart of Patagonia, the southern region of Argentina, lies Perito Moreno National Park, a pristine wilderness area that showcases the beauty and grandeur of this remote corner of the world. Established in 1937, this national park is one of the oldest in Argentina. It is named after the renowned explorer Francisco "Perito" Moreno, who was crucial in establishing Argentina's park system. This protected area immerses visitors in Patagonia's rugged landscapes and diverse ecosystems.

Piedras Blancas National Park, located in southern Costa Rica, protects over 34,000 acres of evergreen primary forest, indigenous plants and wildlife. The park is home to a number of rare tropical trees and is the habitat for many species of birds, reptiles and mammals.