Top 5 Wildlife Species You Can Spot in Tambopata National Reserve!

 This southeastern Peru destination offers a safe haven for biodiversity and a thrilling wildlife experience. Stay in an Amazon lodge Peru or join Puerto Maldonado rainforest tours to see some of the most interesting creatures that the region has in store for you. Here, we bring you five extraordinary species you can encounter as you venture into this Amazonian treasure.

1. Scarlet Macaw

Scarlet macaw-the Amazonian icon, with beautiful plumage, is a colorful highlight during a visit to the Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick. Hundreds of them come here to feed from the mineral-rich cliffs made of clay that detoxify the poisonous foods they intake. Seeing the colorful flocks of birds swirling about in the sky and touching down in groups at daybreak is a treat no visitor to Tambopata National Reserve can miss.

2. Giant River Otter

Of all the giant river otters' remaining populations, Tambopata is home to one of them. Cute and endangered, these are commonly seen in oxbow lakes and rivers that lie within the reserve. This social species typically thrives in family groups. Because of this, the individuals within these groups are busy during the day, hence providing tourists with a perfect opportunity to see them.

3. Jaguar

Many nature lovers can only dream of spotting a jaguar in the wild. Despite the elusive nature of these big cats, the reserve presents one of the best chances in Peru to spot them due to the flourishing ecosystem. Guided Puerto Maldonado rainforest tours may present an occasional chance to spot these magnificent predators patrolling riverbanks or resting in the shade.

4. Capybara

Other extremely common residents of the reserve include the world's largest rodent, the capybara, often seen in vast herds resting close to water. Surprisingly nimble in water, most of their life is spent in and along rivers so you will find them fairly regularly near most Amazon lodges.

5. Howler Monkey

Visitors to Amazon lodge Peru accommodations often wake up to the spooky, low sounds of howler monkeys. They are considered to be one of the loudest animals in the world and can be heard for miles. These primates help seed dispersal, ensuring that the forest remains healthy and diverse.

Collpa Chuncho - Your Gateway to the Amazon

The Tambopata National Reserve in Peru offers highly immersive tours and eco-adventures through Collpa Chuncho. Specializing in spotting wildlife and making a visit to the Chuncho Macaw Clay Lick, the company has created a truly unforgettable experience for tourists by providing knowledgeable guides, sustainable practices, and comfortable accommodations in this vibrant Peruvian rainforest.