Ecuador

The Amazon rainforest, also known as Amazônia, is a biogeographical region in South America that occupies the Amazon basin, a drainage basin of the Amazon River and its tributaries. Often referred to as the "lungs of the Earth," Amazonia plays a crucial role in regulating the planet's climate and producing oxygen.

The Andes Mountains are the longest continental mountain range in the world. They form a continuous highland along the western coast of South America. The Andean Region extends north-south from Caribbean Venezuela through the Atacama Desert to cold, windy, wet Cape Horn.

Ecuador is a country in South America home to various water bodies. The Pacific Ocean borders the country to the west. The Amazon River runs through Ecuador, and the country hosts many other rivers, lakes, lagoons, and reservoirs that are essential to the country's natural and cultural heritage.

Ecuador, located in the northwestern part of South America, boasts a rich and diverse cultural landscape shaped by its history, geography, and vibrant mix of indigenous, European, and African influences. The cultural landscape is a rich tapestry of heritage, tradition, and a profound appreciation for nature.

Ecuador's islands collectively embody the natural wonders and cultural significance of its diverse ecosystems. The Galápagos Islands, in particular, stand out as a global symbol of conservation and a living laboratory for studying evolutionary biology.

Ecuador is characterized by its stunning and diverse mountainous regions primarily centered around the Andes, which run from north to south through the heart of the country. These mountainous areas shape the country's unique geography, climate, and culture.

Ecuador encompasses a wide range of natural landscapes and climates, from the arid Pacific lowland coast to the snowcapped peaks of the Andes to the eastern tropical lowland plains of Amazonia. It also includes the Galápagos Islands off the country's western coast in the Pacific Ocean.

South America, situated between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, offers captivating beauty and cultural diversity, stretching from the Amazon jungles in the north to Patagonia in the south, creating a tapestry of landscapes that has fascinated explorers and travelers for centuries.

The Tumbes-Chocó-Magdalena hotspot includes the tropical forests of the Pacific coast of northwestern South America and the Galápagos Islands. Stretching from southern Panama to northern Peru, this biodiversity hotspot consists of many endemic species and habitats.