Bob Howard – Assignment, BBC World Service, Yahoo News: The fish that eats piranhas for breakfast Guillermo Otta Parum has been fishing in the Bolivian Amazon his whole life, for more than 50 years. At first, Guillermo was catching native fish, such as the various kinds of catfish which inhabit the river. But then a…
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Marisol Toledo: among the best scientists in the world | entre los mejores científicos del mundo
Opinion: Marisol Toledo, a Santa Cruz native among the best scientists in the world The biologist was selected as a member of the World Academy of Sciences, an organization that brings together the best professionals in the area from about 70 countries. If it is about achievements and contributions to society, science is one of…
Pink dolphins trapped, rescued and relocated | Rescatan y reubican manada de delfines rosados atrapados
Reuters, ABC.net.au: Pod of pink dolphins trapped in Bolivian river rescued and relocated [Watch video} Twenty-four pink dolphins stuck in a shallow section of a Bolivian river have been rescued as part of efforts to preserve the iconic but vulnerable species. Key points: The dolphins, of which 14 were female and 10 were male, were…
In the face of arson, the government’s response is ridiculous and almost non-existent! | Ante los incendios provocados, ¡la respuesta del gobierno es ridícula y casi nula!
Editorial, Los Tiempos: “We are burning” The fire is devastating the territories of five national parks and other unprotected areas, there are so many that the smoke from the fires reaches the cities, obscuring the sky, while the Government’s response to this catastrophe that it does not want to recognize is minuscule compared to the…
Visa Requirements for Traveling to Bolivia | Requisitos de visa para viajar a Bolivia
Clayton County Register: Visa Requirements for Traveling to Bolivia: What You Need to Know By Jennifer Pressman Planning a trip to the captivating country of Bolivia? Before you embark on your adventure, it’s crucial to understand the visa requirements for entry into this South American gem. Navigating the world of visas can be a daunting…
Environmental Impact of Chaqueo | Impacto ambiental de Chaqueo
Energy Portal: New Challenges in Bolivia: Exploring the Environmental Impact of Chaqueo By Howard Rhodes In the past year, wildfires have devastated almost 6.7 million acres of land in Bolivia, leaving a lasting impact on the country’s environment and its people. The fires, largely blamed on the agricultural practice of chaqueo, have brought to light…
Bolivian Thoughts | Pensamientos Bolivianos (Bilingual/Bilingüe) 