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Fauna of Honduras
Honduras
is immensely rich in fauna, many descriptions of this abundant wildlife
exist from the early colonial period. Even further back this abundant
wildlife played a role of great importance in the day to day lives of
the pre-columbian societies of Honduras. This importance can be seen
today in the many archeaology sites, artifacts and the still used
traditions and culturals of these ethnic groups.
Honduras is home to
many diverse ecological systems such as cloudforest, reefs, mangroves,
savannas, tropical dry forest, pine forest and the species rich
tropical forest. This vast range of habitats is home to some 225 mammal
species, monkeys, jaguars, ocelots, pumas, sloths, armadillos,
ant-eaters, deer, and bats are only a small sample of the diversity of
mammals that inhabit Honduras. 100 Anfibians and 196 Reptiles species
are alos found in Honduras, this group includes such species as the
barba amarillo, coral snake, iguana, caiman, crocodiles and hawksbill
and leatherback turles.
There is even more, 715 bird species are
found in Honduras. It is hard to name all the beatuiful and impressive
birds that are found in Honduras, as there is far to many. Macaws,
tocans, quetzals, motmots, parrots, tanagers, orioles, herons, ibis,
terns and kingfishers are all found as are many other common and rare
species.
Currently there are more than 100 protected areas in
Honduras. These national parks, biospheres and wildlife reserves offer
an unforgettabe experience and the perfect environment for wildlife
observation and wildlife observers.
All our nature tours are lead by one of our trained naturalists, who have years of experience in nature guiding.
For tours check out our private tours. |
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