Finding Chilean endemic species with focus on marine and coastal species. Therefore we traveled by ship from Cape Horn to Valparaiso and regularly landed on a spot. The Chilean fjords, with their maze of waterways stretching deep inland, calving glaciers and extraordinary wildlife, are considered one of nature’s greatest wonders. There’s no better way to experience this spectacle than from an expedition cruise ship. Among others were found the Chilean seaside cinclodes (Cinclodes nigrofumosus) and Black cinclodes (C. antarcticus maculirostris), Chilean dolphin (Cephalorhynchus eutropia), Masatierra petrel (Pterodroma defilippiana), Humboldt penquin (Spheniscus humboldti), Marine otter (Lontra felina) and the Güiña Cat or Kodkod (Leopardus guigna) (only footprints found). But also the Chilean tinamou (Nothoprocta perdicaria), Dusky tapaculo (Scytalopus fuscus), Dusky-tailed canastero (Pseudasthenes humicola), Although we tried hard and use our batlogger, we didn’t record the Chilean myotis (Myotis chiloensis). Unfortunately we also didn’t get to see the Darwin fox (Lycalopex fulvipes).
Chilean endemic species need habitat protection, especially in biodiversity hotspots like temperate rainforests and coastal ecosystems. Therefore prevent deforestation and overgrazing, and combat invasive species that threaten native flora and fauna. Promote sustainable practices in agriculture, fishing, and urban development. Support habitat restoration and create or expand protected areas. Strengthen climate change mitigation efforts, as many species are sensitive to temperature and precipitation changes. Invest in ecological research and community-based conservation programs to engage local populations in preserving their unique biodiversity.
