AFP reports via El Deber: The flames have consumed more than 471,000 hectares in the department of Santa Cruz. Environmentalists warn of the serious risk to the variety of ecosystems that coexist in this natural reserve. Almost 500,000 hectares of the Chiquitano Forest were lost in the forest fire that still affects the reserve. Photo:…
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Torotoro National Park Dinosaur Footprints
Atlas Obscura reports: Thousands of fossilized footprints speckle this Bolivian national park. There are plenty of things to see and do in Bolivia’s Torotoro National Park. You can trek along the numerous canyons that cut through the semi-arid landscape, the deepest reaching depths of almost 1,000 feet. You can bathe in natural swimming pools, some…
Bolivia must practice what it preaches
Shannon Biggs and Nick Buxton report for The Ecologist: Bolivia’s first indigenous president set out a bold and inspiring vision to save the planet from climate and environmental breakdown just over ten years ago. In an open letter, Evo Morales said “Mother Earth is ill.” He urged the industrialised countries to drastically reduce emissions, increase technology…
Natural parks in Bolivia
Roxana Jimenez reports for El Dia: Three proposals Protected areas. They are a natural heritage that can be visited by tourists. They are valued for their biodiversity. There are three national parks located in the Bolivian territory. Its main characteristic is its infinite natural greatness and that are considered a natural heritage. In this line…
Environment 101: Sajama Park brings visitors to diversity of fauna
EFE reports via Pagina Siete: The protected area located in Oruro was established in 1939 and in the place you can enjoy hot springs, observe geysers or climb the highest peak. A view of the majestic Sajama National Park. Photos: EFE The Sajama National Park, the oldest protected area in Bolivia, has a great community…
Governor of Tarija says he will not allow oil exploration in Tariquía
ANF reports for Los Tiempos: The governor of Tarija Adrián Oliva warned today that Tarija will not allow oil exploitation in the Tariquía National Flora and Fauna Reserve, a governmental intention that is questioned by the local community. “The population of the department does not accept the oil exploitation in Tariquía, it will not be…
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