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Results 921 - Systematic Listing

(920 speciess + 1 form with special treatment that are not is considered at the species level)

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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
901PasseriformesThraupidaeChestnut-backed TanagerSaíra CastañaSaíra-preciosaStilpnia preciosaNative
 LC 
902Green-headed TanagerSaíra ArcoirisSaíra-sete-coresTangara seledonNative
 LC 
903Chestnut-headed TanagerPioróCabecinha-castanhaThlypopsis pyrrhocomaNative
 LC 
904Rust-and-yellow TanagerTangará AliseroThlypopsis ruficepsNative
 LC 
905Orange-headed TanagerTangará GrisSaí-canárioThlypopsis sordidaNative
 LC 
906Palm TanagerCelestino OliváceoSanhaco-do-coqueiroThraupis palmarumNative
 LC 
907Sayaca TanagerCelestino ComúnSanhaço-cinzentoThraupis sayacaNative
 LC 
908DidelphimorphiaDidelphidaeBrazilian White-eared OpossumComadreja OveraGambá-de-orelha-brancaDidelphis albiventrisNative
 LC 
909CingulataChlamyphoridaeLarge Hairy ArmadilloPeludoChaetophractus villosusNative
 LC 
910LagomorphaLeporidaeEuropean HareLiebre EuropeaLebre-comumLepus europaeusExotic
 LC 
911RodentiaCaviidaeLowland Yellow-toothed CavyCuis ComúnGalea leucoblepharaNative
 LC 
912ChinchillidaeCommon Plains ViscachaVizcachaViscachaLagostomus maximusNative
 LC 
913CarnivoraMephitidaeMolina´s Hog-nosed SkunkZorrinoConepatus chingaNative
 LC 
914MustelidaeLesser GrisonHurón MenorFurão-pequenoGalictis cujaNative
 LC 
915CanidaeManed WolfAguará GuazúLobo-guaráChrysocyon brachyurusNative
 NT 
916Pampas FoxZorro Gris PampeanoGraxaim-do-campoLycalopex gymnocercaNative
 LC 
917FelidaeGeoffroy´s CatGato MontésGato-do-matoLeopardus geoffroyiNative
 LC 
918PumaPumaPuma concolorNative
 LC 
919JaguarYaguaretéPanthera oncaNative
 NT 
920ArtiodactylaCervidaeSouth Andean HuemulHuemulHippocamelus bisulcusNative
 EN 
921TayassuidaeCollared PeccaryPecarí de CollarDicotyles tajacuNative
 LC 
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