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(36 speciess + 2 forms with special treatment that are not considered at the species level)

Number of records: 39

Last update: 26/09/2026 11:40:25

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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
1AraneaeDysderidaeWoodlouse SpiderDysdera crocataExotic
  
2SalticidaeMegafreya sutrixNative
  
3Menemerus semilimbatusNative
  
4ThomisidaeAraña CangrejoMisumenops sp.Native
  
5UloboridaeUloboridae sp.Not listed
  
6ColeopteraChrysomelidaeElm Leaf BeetleGaleruca del OlmoXanthogaleruca luteolaNative
  
7CoccinellidaeVaquitaEriopis connexaNative
  
8Hippodamia variegataNative
  
9CurculionidaeFuller´s Rose WeevilNaupactus cervinusNative
  
10Burrito de la VidNaupactus xanthographusNative
  
11MeloidaeBicho MoroEpicauta atomariaNative
  
12Epicauta pluvialisNative
  
13TenebrionidaeScotobius pilulariusNative
  
14LepidopteraGeometridaeThe VestalLa VestalRhodometra sacrariaNative
  
15HesperiidaePlateada ComúnEpargyreus tmolisNative
  
16Saltarín FúnebreErynnis funeralisNative
  
17Ajedrezada de LunarHeliopyrgus americanusNative
  
18Fiery SkipperSaltarina AmarillaHylephila phyleusNative
  
19LycaenidaeYuyeraLeptotes cassiusNative
  
20Frotadora ComúnStrymon eurytulusNative
  
21NoctuidaeLagarta del GirasolRachiplusia nuNative
  
22NymphalidaeCenicientaAnartia jatrophaeNative
  
23Common Black SatyrSátiro-Plateado ChilenoArgyrophorus chiliensisNative
  
24Gulf FritillaryEspejitosBorboleta espelhinhoDione vanillaeNative
  
25Brazilian Painted LadyDama PintadaVanessa braziliensisNative
  
26Dama Cuatro OjosVanessa caryeNative
  
27PieridaeIsoca de la AlfalfaColias lesbiaNative
  
28Lechera ArgentinaTatochila mercedisNative
  
29Limoncito ComúnTeriocolias devaNative
  
30PterophoridaeSingularia alternariaNative
  
31RiodinidaeHormiguera ComúnAricoris signataNative
  
32OrthopteraAcrididaeTucura de los AlfalfaresDichroplus elongatusNative
  
33HemipteraLygaeidaeReddish Black Chinch BugChinche RojinegraLygaeus alboornatusNative
  
34PentatomidaeSouthern Green Stink BugChinche HediondaPercevejo-Fedorento-VerdeNezara viridulaNative
  
35DipteraSyrphidaeAustroscaeva occidentalisNative
  
36Eristalis tenaxNative
  
37AnuraBufonidaeArgentine ToadSapo ComúnSapo-cururu-argentinoRhinella arenarumNative
  
38SquamataLeiosauridaeMatuastoLeiosaurus belliiNative
  
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