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The Chilean coast
We had crossed the Andes from Argentina into Chile and journeyed through its flat, fertile central valley, full of oranges, lemons and rich vineyards. Then up again into the coastal cordillera from...
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The Humboldt current
Travelling north on the Chilean coast has reminded us of being on the Hebridean islands off the west of Scotland. Below is Isla Choros, Chile. Both places are in remote locations, sometimes...
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The ‘dancing’ Sea Star
Paula and I have had close encounters with the second largest animal on the planet, the Fin Whale, on several occasions. The nutrient rich waters of the Humboldt Current attract them as well as many...
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Amphibian adventures
Frogs and toads are in deep trouble the world over. A deadly Chytrid fungus has been decimating their numbers worldwide for a decade and continues unabated. Habitat loss and ignorance of their...
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Toads, a town council and trouble
The Giant Chilean Toad, sometimes referred to as the Gay’s Frog is endemic to Chile. It’s an amiable monster of an animal, with adult females measuring over 50cm. Like all amphibians the world over...
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Penguin Islands
These islands are so good: we have to tell you about them. For any visiting families, naturalists, wildlife enthusiasts, photographers or birdwatchers they are a ‘must visit location’ in Chile;...
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Out of this world in the Atacama
The Atacama desert stretches for 600 miles from the north Chilean coast into southern Peru and eastwards from the Pacific up into the Andes mountains. El desierto de Atacama This is where Paula...
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Wildlife in the Atacama
Paula and I have just spent several weeks in the Atacama desert searching for wildlife. It’s the driest place on earth but there are areas where nature provides enough moisture for a wide variety of...
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Flamingos
Flamingos are beautiful. Adorned in a cloak of pink and white, they have a regal appearance. Their long legs and graceful neck make them truly elegant as well. Flamingos conjure up warm feelings in...
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Birding across South America
On August 28th 2015 Paula and I returned to South America from the UK. The Andean Wildlife Project resumes and our objective from now on will be more ornithological and in particular to understand why...
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