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Hello my name is Socimo Daniel and I am 18 years old.
this time I will talk about a

very interesting topic such as endangered animals in Peru
Peru is a country located in South America, characterized by its geographical and climatic variety,
which includes diverse ecosystems, such as coast, jungle and highlands, and a tropical, coastal
and mountain climate.
Unfortunately and despite its natural wealth, Peru has an extensive list of animal species in
danger of extinction. Hunting and the destruction of ecosystems are the main causes.
The Andean Cat Some species in danger of extinction are:
The Common Spider Monkey
it is present not only in Peru, but also in other South American countries, such as Brazil and
Venezuela. It feeds mainly on fruits, insects and roots. Its greatest threats are human hunting
and the destruction of its habitat, as several areas where it develops its life have been taken
over by the mining industry.
The Yellow-tailed Choro Monkey
It is endemic to the Peruvian Andes, and is considered a critically endangered species. Until 1974
it was thought to be extinct and today there is no certainty of the number of specimens that
remain. Deforestation is their main enemy. The yellow-tailed choro is included in various
conservation programs in Peru, in protected areas such as the National Sanctuary of the
Cordillera de Colán.
They inhabit the South American Andes, including areas of Peruvian territory. It feeds on
rodents, fish and reptiles. Their main threat is the use of their skin as an amulet, a common
practice of the Aymara people. Currently, Peru manages a protection program for the Andean
cat in the Abiseo River National Park.
The Giant Otter
It inhabits mostly the Amazonian areas and some areas of Peru. The otter feeds on fish mostly,
playing an important role as a predator in ecosystems. Indiscriminate hunting is its most
representative threat, added to habitat destruction and fishing action in the area. Peru protects
the species in several national parks, such as Manu and the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve.
The Mouse of the hills
It is endemic to the city of Lima, capital of Peru. The number of mice on the hills that exist is
unknown, and on more than one occasion it has been considered extinct. There are several
reasons that threaten this species, such as the destruction of its habitat, especially due to the
explotación minera de la zona, la introducción de fauna externa y el avance y crecimiento de la
ciudad.
Although the mouse of the hills is a unique species of Lima, the Peruvian government is not
carrying out any program for its conservation.
The white-winged turkey
is native to Peru, was believed extinct until 1977, when new specimens were discovered. It is a
bird of which very little is still known, which lives in places far from human activity, feeding on
fruits, plants and seeds.
The turkey is critically endangered, it is estimated that there are only two hundred specimens
or less. Hunting, habitat destruction and the slow process of reproduction of the species.
The Giant Frog of Lake Titicaca
It is an amphibian endemic to Lake Titicaca, which is divided between Peru and Bolivia. This frog
is completely aquatic, so it has no lungs. Its main threat is the hand of man, either because the
giant frog is hunted to market its legs as a culinary delicacy, or because it is used in traditional
medicine.
Similarly, various areas of Lake Titicaca have been affected by the action of pesticides used in
agriculture, polluting the waters and, therefore, the ecosystem where this species lives.
Currently, there is no program dedicated to its conservation, although the number of individuals
is unknown.
The Andean Bear or frontino
Another of the animals in danger of extinction in Peru is the Andean bear or It is a small bear
very popular for its charismatic face, which is why it is also called spectacled bear.
The Andean bear is an animal with black fur with peculiar brown spots on the nose, chest and
above the eyes. Its distribution goes from Venezuela to northern Argentina, covering a strip of
the Andes Mountains.
Their main threat has been habitat destruction. It is currently listed as "vulnerable" on the Red
List of Species and it is estimated that there are fewer than 10,000 specimens left.
In conclusion
It is very important that we inform ourselves about the species that inhabit planet earth,
because only in this way can we protect animals in danger of extinction. Some of the ways we
can help prevent its extinction are the following:
1. Make donations to associations and foundations dedicated to the rescue of endangered

species.
2. Encourage recycling.
3. Do not participate in the purchase and sale of animals.
4. Be more aware of the clothes we buy and the food we eat. Do not support activities that
include animals such as circuses or zoos
5. Do not participate in the deterioration of natural habitats.
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Hello my name is Socimo Daniel and I am 18 years old.

this time I will talk about a

The Andean Cat Some species in danger of extinction are:

The Common Spider Monkey

The Yellow-tailed Choro Monkey

The Giant Otter

The Mouse of the hills

The white-winged turkey

The Giant Frog of Lake Titicaca

The Andean Bear or frontino

1. Make donations to associations and foundations dedicated to the rescue of endangered

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