Special Edition: An in-depth investigation by the Chaski of Pachamama on territorial sovereignty, the Rights of Nature, and their implications for the sustainable development of tourism in Ecuador. Territories Roadmap: The Sovereignty of Nature. Ecuador, beyond being a destination with a great variety of landscapes in its four regions, is […]
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sea horse, RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION, endangered species, ecuador sea, sailors, ocean equator, oceans, responsible tourism
The enigmatic and endangered world of seahorses
Of all the strange creatures that inhabit our oceans, seahorses (Hippocampus ingens) are one of the most mysterious and unique. This tiny species is one of the few fish that swims upright, wrapping its curly tail around plants to help it fight the current. Furthermore, instead of […]
CONSERVATION, RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION, DESTINATIONS. ECOTOURISM, ocean equator, oceans, snorkeling, responsible tourism
Responsible Snorkeling Guide in coral areas.
Coral reefs are among the world's most spectacular ecosystems, and snorkeling is a great way to explore them. As coral reefs face an increasingly uncertain future, snorkelers and other coral reef visitors can play a vital role in protecting these fragile ecosystems.
Reaching the sea, one of the most difficult tests of their lives, has been overcome. Many more await them. Sea turtles have played a vital role in ocean health for millions of years. According to OCEANA, the largest organization dedicated exclusively to ocean conservation, among the functions they perform […]
Along the Spondylus route (Sun Route), it's not uncommon to find sea turtles stranded on beaches or drifting very close to shore. Most beachgoers don't know how to respond to these encounters, so that help can be both possible and effective.
"The cultural and biological diversity of wetlands represents a wealth that sustains us physically and psychologically. The cultural heritage of wetlands is the result of their ancient association with people, a relationship that has brought 'wealth' to human society and must continue to do so for future generations." With this assertion […]
With the first rays of sunlight, the silence of the Ecuasal Wetland in Mar Bravo, Salinas, Ecuador, is broken by the sound of oystercatchers and grey-headed gulls in this magical gathering place for migratory, resident, and other vagrant birds. The Ecuasal Wetland is home to some 140 species of birds […]
By: Evelio Reyes Tipán I grew up in the coastal marine environment of my Santa Elena peninsula, which, in addition to beautiful beaches, has wetlands where you learn to appreciate nature. We have, for example, the Velasco Ibarra and El Azúcar dam areas, considered inland wetlands with scenic beauty and useful to the community that uses them […]
Ecuador is rich in wildlife. However, these natural resources continue to be substantially diminished by deforestation, illegal wildlife trade, and poaching, which has left many of these wild species threatened or in danger of extinction. If we don't help save them, they may be the last generations […]
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