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Argentina

General Information

Argentina is located in the southernmost part of South America, bordering Bolivia and Paraguay to the north, Brazil, Uruguay, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east, the Atlantic Ocean and the Drake Passage to the south, and Chile to the west. Argentina´s geographical position is unique, as it encompasses a wide range of climates and landscapes, from the peaks of the Andes mountain range to the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. The country can be divided into several geographical regions, including the Pampas, Patagonia, Cuyo, and Chaco, each with its own geographical and climatic characteristics.

To get to Argentina, there are several transportation options. The country has several international airports, including Ministro Pistarini International Airport in Buenos Aires, which is the largest and busiest in the country. From there, you can take domestic or international flights to different destinations. You can also enter Argentina by land, through the borders with neighboring countries, or by sea, through the ports of the Atlantic Ocean. Once inside the country, you can use different modes of transportation, such as buses, trains, or cars, to get to the various places of interest.

In terms of environments and characteristics of the surroundings, Argentina is a country with great geographical diversity. The Pampas region is a fertile and flat plain, covered with grasslands and crops, while the Patagonia region is a mountainous and glacial area, with a cold and windy climate. The Cuyo region is a valley and mountain area, with a dry and sunny climate, while the Chaco region is a forest and savanna area, with a hot and humid climate. The vegetation in Argentina is also very varied, with quebracho and algarrobo forests in the Chaco region, grasslands in the Pampas, and shrubs and cacti in Patagonia.

In terms of useful logistical information, it is essential to keep in mind that Argentina is a large and diverse country, and each region has its own characteristics and needs. In general, it is recommended to plan ahead and research the climatic and geographical conditions of each place before traveling. It is also important to consider the availability of services and infrastructure in each region, as some areas may be more remote and difficult to access than others. In terms of accessibility, Argentina has a network of roads and highways that connect the different cities and towns, although some areas may be more difficult to access due to lack of infrastructure or weather conditions.

In summary, Argentina is a country with great geographical and climatic diversity, offering a variety of landscapes and environments to explore. With proper planning and prior research, it is possible to enjoy a unique and exciting nature observation experience in this country.



Compilation and publication: EcoRegistros – 18/07/2026



Regions
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  Order Family English Common Name Spanish Common Name Portuguese Common Name Scientific Name Belonging Conservation status Notes
1CingulataChlamyphoridaeLarge Hairy ArmadilloPeludoChaetophractus villosusNative
 LC 
2PichiPiche PatagónicoZaedyus pichiyNative
 NT 
3DasypodidaeSouthern Long-nosed ArmadilloMulita PampeanaTatu-mulitaDasypus hybridusNative
  
4PrimatesCebidaeBlack-horned CapuchinMono CaíMacaco-pregoSapajus nigritusNative
 NT 
5LagomorphaLeporidaeEuropean HareLiebre EuropeaLebre-comumLepus europaeusExotic
 LC 
6RodentiaCaviidaeBrazilian Guinea PigCuis GrandeCavia apereaNative
 LC 
7Montane Guinea PigCuis SerranoCavia tschudiiNative
 LC 
8Southern Highland Yellow-toothed CavyCuis Común AndinoGalea comesNative
 DD 
9Southern Mountain CavyCuis Chico MenorMicrocavia australisNative
 LC 
10Thomas´s Mountain CavyCuis Chico MayorMicrocavia maenasNative
  
11Patagonian MaraMaraDolichotis patagonumNative
 NT 
12Chacoan MaraConejo de los PalosDolichotis salinicolaNative
 LC 
13Greater CapybaraCarpinchoCapivaraHydrochoerus hydrochaerisNative
 LC 
14DasyproctidaeBrown AgoutiAgutí RojizoDasyprocta variegataNative
 DD 
15ChinchillidaeCommon Mountain ViscachaChinchillónLagidium viscaciaNative
 LC 
16CtenomyidaeAndean Tuco-tucoTuco Tuco De La PunaCtenomys opimusNative
 LC 
17EchimyidaeCoypuCoipoRatão-do-banhadoMyocastor coypusNative
 LC 
18CarnivoraMephitidaeMolina´s Hog-nosed SkunkZorrinoConepatus chingaNative
 LC 
19MustelidaeTayraHurón MayorEira barbaraNative
 LC 
20Lesser GrisonHurón MenorFurão-pequenoGalictis cujaNative
 LC 
21Neotropical OtterLobito de RíoLontra longicaudisNative
 NT 
22OtariidaeSouth American Sea LionLobo Marino de Un PeloLeão-marinho-da-patagôniaOtaria flavescensNative
 LC 
23PhocidaeSouthern Elephant SealElefante Marino del SurMirounga leoninaNative
 LC 
24CanidaeCulpeoZorro ColoradoLycalopex culpaeusNative
 LC 
25South American Gray FoxZorro Gris ChicoLycalopex griseaNative
 LC 
26Pampas FoxZorro Gris PampeanoGraxaim-do-campoLycalopex gymnocercaNative
 LC 
27ArtiodactylaCervidaeChitalAxisAxis axisExotic
 LC 
28Western Red DeerCiervo ColoradoCervo-vermelhoCervus elaphusExotic
 LC 
29CamelidaeGuanacoGuanacoLama guanicoeNative
 LC 
30VicuñaVicuñaVicunhaLama vicugnaNative
 LC 
31BalaenidaeSouthern Right WhaleBallena Franca AustralEubalaena australisNative
 LC 
32DelphinidaeCommerson´s DolphinTonina OveraCephalorhynchus commersoniiNative
 LC 
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