Native Animals In South America
A map of South America showing the shape of the country and some of its native animals.
Native animals in south america. Four examples of animals in South America appear below. Several species of penguins are native to southern South America the coastal regions of Peru and Chile and the Galapagos Islands. They are a peaceful herd animal with a naturally slow rabbit-like hop but when alarmed they are able to move rapidly across land or through water.
The spectacled bear is the only surviving species of bear native to South America. Here are some of the most amazing animal species youll spot on a trip to Colombia. When it is not happy the llama spits.
However because they were so heavily hunted for their leather in the 1900s the population of this species is below 500. Piranhas have a rough reputation thanks in part to films such as Piranha Piranha 3D and the masterpiece otherwise known as Piranha. It does not hunt but.
Kruger National Park hosts some of the known mammals like elephants buffalos rhinos and cats. The country is also home to some of the lesser known animals like the tsessebe and suni. Their name comes from the light colored fur that encircle their.
Orinoco Crocodile Orinoco crocodiles are some of the largest predators on the continent. Known for their razor-sharp teeth scary bite and penchant for flesh the piranha is believed to have inhabited the fresh waters of South America for millions of years. Thanks to the pet trade and idiotic owners releasing them into locals rivers Piranhas can be found across the globe but they are native to the South American continent.
Here are just a few fun facts about some of South Americas struggling animals. The country is also home to some of the lesser known animals like the tsessebe and suni. Here are some of the animals native to South Africa.