Central America is an amazing region, flanked by the Pacific and the Atlantic. Its shores has miles of coastal wildlife, which like many other species, are often endangered due to changes in the region. One of the most famous inhabitants is the pelican bird, one of the largest in the region. Scientifically named Pelecanus occidentalis, their presence signals not just natural beauty but also the health of marine ecosystems. These...
Native to America—particularly the US-Mexico land borders and southern Argentina—ocelots are shy and elusive wildcats that are facing threats due to the disturbance of their habitats. The Paso Pacifico team is working with local communities and landowners in Central and South America to secure core habitats. We believe giving them an optimal place to hunt, reproduce, and rear their offspring requires an integrative approach. Various factors contribute to the fragmentation...
The gray fox is not as ubiquitous as other fox species as they veer away from urban areas and are hard to spot in the wild. Their salt and pepper color allows them to blend with nature and avoid people. A bit stockier and more agile than the red fox, gray foxes’ total length range is 31 to 47 inches with weights of around 6 to 15 lbs. They are...
The world’s oceans are teeming with all kinds of marine life but it may not stay that way for much longer. By the year 2100, over half of the world’s marine species may be extinct. But we can reverse this destructive trend by preserving our marine corridors. Read on to discover how these vital corridors maintain the health of marine ecosystems. If you’re up for the challenge, you can lend...
The Pacific Ocean is home to sea turtles, a keystone species. They distribute nutrients throughout the waters, positively influencing ecosystems—especially those that exhibit poor primary productivity. They also help maintain stable dune vegetation critical to their reproductive success. Additionally, marine turtles keep the numbers of jellyfish, sponges, and seagrass in check, encouraging the faster and healthier growth of seabeds while supporting the food chain’s integrity. They are unquestionably critical to...
We all know that life began in the oceans, right? This is a very obvious thing, especially since the 71% of the planet’s surface is made of water. These huge water bodies are extremely important to the planet, for many reasons. First of all, because they help to regulate the weather, as well as producing more than half of the oxygen we breathe (that’s vital!).These majestic water bodies contribute heavily...
We all know turtles! They’re amazing and very ancient reptiles. They also have many eggs (with an average clutch of 100 eggs). But do you know what to do if you find turtle eggs? Or how to care for turtle eggs? We’ll answer all of those questions today, especially since survival is an uphill battle for the hatchlings, facing many difficulties and threats that usually involves humans. Do you know...
Many people have trouble telling american crocodiles apart from alligators, especially when comparing the American crocodile vs American alligator in terms of their appearance and behavior. These cold-blooded behemoths look similar but several defining characteristics separate the two. Join Paco Pacifico as we explore the difference between the American crocodile vs alligator. We’ll also provide insights into how wildlife corridors, like the one at Paso del Istmo, play a key...
The trogons are a very distinctive bird that comes from the save family as the quetzals. They are known for their beautiful and brilliant plumage, which usually has very contrasting colors. This makes it unique and really popular among birdwatchers, since it’s a delight to see! But their popularity among bird enthusiasts isn’t just because of their plumage with really nice colors (although it’s a huge reason). What makes them...
Did you know that the mantled howler monkey (Alouatta palliata) is a New World Monkey? These interesting species are one of the five families of primates residing in South and Central America as well as Mexico. Let’s start with their characteristics: these special animals are often seen as threatening, judged by their looks. Why? Usually large, stocky and with a loud roar, it can be compared to a lion! Isn’t...
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