Located in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, Pampa is one of 6 Brazilian biomes and was only recognized as such in 2004, until then considered Campos Sulinos linked to the Atlantic Forest. It occupies about 63% of the Gaucho territory and 2.1% of the national territory [1], but it is not exclusively Brazilian because its flora and fauna cross borders and are also part of the territories of Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay. Although it is the largest expanse of temperate rural ecosystems on the South American continent, Pampa is unfortunately the most threatened, altered and least protected biome in the world.
To better understand the richness that surrounds the fauna of The Pampa, in this article of Animal Expert we have prepared a list with the animals of the Pampa: birds, mammals, amphibians and reptiles that must be remembered and preserved. Look at the photos and good reading!
- Many herbivores have already inhabited this region but have ended up losing their space for human activity and their crops of corn.
- Wheat.
- Rice.
- Sugar cane.
- Among others.
- However.
- The Pampa has its fauna adapted to the vegetation of the countryside and endemic species.
- According to an article published by Glayson Ariel Bencke on the diversity and conservation of wildlife in Campos Sul do Brasil [2].
- It is estimated that the animal species of the pampa are:.
Among the 500 species of birds of the Pampa, we can point out
Rhea Americana is one of the animals of the pampa and the largest and heaviest bird species in Brazil, reaching 1.40 m. Despite its large wings, it is not common to see it fly.
The most popular habit of this bird that appears among the animals of the southern region of Brazil, Uruguay and Argentina is its nest in the form of a clay oven on trees and poles. It is also known as forneiro, uiracuiar or uiracuity.
This bird is one of the pampa animals that is also known in other parts of Brazil. Although it does not attract much attention for its average size, the memory is generally known for its territoriality when defending its nest from any sign of intruders.
The other birds that can be seen in the Pampa are
I hope you meet one:
Also known as cat-cundle-pampa, this species of small feline inhabits the pampa and its open fields where there are tall pastures and few trees. It is rare to see one because the species is one of the endangered pampa animals.
These rodents are endemic to the natural fields of southern Brazil that feed on herbs, leaves and wild fruits. Although harmless, it is not welcome in rural properties of the area, where it may appear due to habitat destruction.
While these ruminant mammals are known to be found in open environments such as pampa, it is increasingly difficult to see them among pampa animals because they are an almost endangered species. The breed that is very lucky to find the fauna of the pampa is the celer Ozotoceros bezoarticus.
This carnivorous mammal also known as sorro is one of the animals of the southern region of Brazil, but also inhabits Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay. It is known for its height of up to 1 meter long and its yellowish-grey fur.
In addition to the pampas animals in the photos above, the other species found in this biome are:
Other species of wild amphibians of Pampa are
The richness of Pampa’s diversity stands out when it comes to reptiles. Among lizards and snakes, some of the best known species are:
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