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More new species of birds have been discovered in Peru within the last 30 years than in any other country - approximately 200 new species since 1972! For obvious reasons, this region is a birder's paradise. Here are some bird watching tips, plus information on the species that reside in the Manu and Tambopata regions of the Peruvian Amazon.

A letter from Charles Munn, Senior Conservation Zoologist at the Wildlife Conservation Society, discussing the nature of the tropical forest around Tambopata Nature Reserve in Peru.

The world's largest known mineral clay lick, where hundreds of parrots and macaws of up to 15 species congregate daily, is located near Tambopata Research Center. The birds ingest detoxifying clay which is a mysterious, yet vital part of their diet.

This Amazon reserve protects the biological diversity of the Tavara and Candamo Rivers and most of the Tambopata River. The reserve has a philosophy of sustainable development and conservation of forest resources in the Amazon and Peru.

Find out the best way to capture great pictures of macaws at Tambopata's Clay Lick in the Amazon where hundreds of parrots and small green macaws descend to eat clay.

Statistics and important information regarding rainforest weather, area coverage, animal species, vegetation, medicines and food.

Did you know that nearly half of all earth's animal species live in rainforests around the world? The Amazon rainforest is one of the most wildlife rich areas on our planet! Get answers to your questions about the unique creatures that reside in the Amazon, and learn why it should be on any wildlife enthusiast's bucket list.

The Tambopata Research Center is a spartan yet comfortable 13 bedroom lodge built to accommodate Peru travelers and researchers alike while protecting the adjacent macaw clay lick.