South American Wildlife
Feared and wildly misunderstood – the dark truth behind nature’s most vilified bird and its chilling reputation as a harbinger of death
Discover fascinating facts about this group of ecologically important birds.
It's slow, covered in algae, likes hanging out upside down and is always smiling - meet the rainforest cutie that is a surprisingly good swimmer
One of the internet’s favourite animals, sloths are native to Central and South America. Learn about them in our expert guide – plus, what happened to the giant sloth.
Enthralling, spectacular photographs of the pumas of Patagonia
Living secretive lives against the spectacular backdrop of Chile’s Torres del Paine, Patagonia’s pumas are proving a conservation success.
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What are the smallest monkeys and primates in the world? Meet the tiny creatures of the monkey world
Smaller than an average adult human hand, the smallest monkeys and primates are truly tiny. BBC Wildlife’s Megan Shersby finds out more.
Guanacos guide: what they are, how they’re related to llamas, and how some ended up on the Falkland Islands
A relative to the domesticated llama, the guanaco is one of only two wild camelids found in South America.
Capybara guide: how to identify, what they eat, where they live and why they're good swimmers
All you need to know about the worlds largest rodent, capybara
What is the world’s largest moth?
There are a few moth species vying for this title of biggest moth, and the winner depends on what you are measuring – the wingspan, the weight or the surface area of wings.
Galápagos sea lion guide: how they hunt, and why they're endangered
The Galápagos sea lion is the most inquisitive mammal of the Galápagos Islands. Learn more about this endangered species in our guide by experts from the Galapagos Conservation Trust.
How to watch Eden: Untamed Planet
In a new BBC Two series, Helena Bonham Carter introduces us to some of the planet's most stunning wildernesses around the world, and their beautiful and fascinating inhabitants.
The best wildlife livestreams to watch around the world
Thanks to the wonders of technology and the dedication of conservationists, it's now possible to watch a range of wildlife around the world via webcams from the comfort of your home. Here is an extensive list of species you can livestream, including eagles, owls, puffins, hummingbirds, elephants and manatees and how to watch.
Global biodiversity hotspot faces mining threat
Endangered amphibians, including a toad new to science, are at risk from planned copper extraction in Ecuador’s cloud forests
Pumas and cougars guide: what's the difference between them, where do they live and what do they eat?
What's the difference between a puma, a cougar and a mountain lion? Learn more about these powerful predators, including how to identify them, their different names and where they live.
Jaguars of the Pantanal prove to be more sociable than elsewhere
A high-fish diet is enough to turn these textbook prowling loners into sociable, playful team workers.
Galapagos Conservation Trust Photography Competition 2021
View the winning and shortlisted images from the Galapagos Conservation Trust’s annual photography competition.
Conserving lowland tapirs in Brazil
Whitley Gold Award 2020 winner Dr Patrícia Medici leads the largest lowland tapir study in the world and plans to expand her work to the Amazon.
Verifying bird records in Guyana
Megan Shersby meets Leon Moore, a birder and wildlife tour guide who verifies eBird records for Guyana.
Global Bird Weekend: when it is, and how to take part
Take part in this new global birdwatching event and join naturalists around the world in submitting your bird sightings.
Big cat guide: how to identify each species and where to see
Learn about species found in the big cat family, including tiger, lion, jaguar and more in our expert guide.
Travel guide to Guyana: wildlife to spot and best places to visit
Discover the incredible wildlife and landscapes of Guyana in South America with our travel guide, including best species to spot
Jaguars under threat from palm oil expansion
Latin America’s mammals could be the next to suffer under palm oil production, warns charity.
Victims of Amazon fires include 500 jaguars
A conservation charity has estimated that at least 500 jaguars are left homeless or deceased due to the devastating wildfires.
Dramatic rescue mission for rare frogs
Herpetologists in Chile had to act quickly to save a species of frog after the only stream where it is found was illegally drained.
Galapagos Conservation Trust Photography Competition 2019
See the winning and shortlisted images from the Galapagos Conservation Trust’s annual photography competition.
A natural paradise in Colombia
Colombia is number one in the world for avian diversity, but decades of conflict kept visitors away. In a new era of peace, it is ready to share its birding riches.