A little-known botanical treasure named after our lodge’s founder; revealing new species; the discovery of our 24th newly-described species; and advances in research on our
At Mashpi Lodge, we promote wellbeing and prosperity. We believe sustainability goes beyond conserving the forest; it also means accompanying, supporting and empowering the communities that protect it.
Since 2021, we’ve been collaborating with the Association of Women Entrepreneurs of Guayabillas (ASOMEG in Spanish), a group of visionary women from our neighboring community.
Walking through the cloud forest of Mashpi is like stepping into an endless world of green. With every step, the landscape transforms: shimmering leaves, intense
In this edition, we introduce species #22 described in our reserve. Additionally, we share insights on the strong partnerships with academia that drive scientific progress, strengthen conservation efforts, and inspire future discoveries. Finally, we would like to highlight that Mashpi Lodge participated in the 4th Latin American Congress of Conservation Biology (SCB-LACA 2024), reaffirming our commitment to research and biodiversity conservation.
We end 2024 with fantastic news from our marvelous forest. Discover the fascinating aquatic world of Mashpi, learn about our new amenities inspired by Magnolia mashpi, and celebrate with us as we unveil two newly discovered species in our Reserve!
Nixon works at the Life Center in Mashpi Lodge and is in charge of maintaining and finding the host plants for butterflies. To find the plants where butterflies lay their eggs, which are very specific for each species, Nixon goes to the Chocó Forest and meticulously tracks the butterflies.
In our mid-year newsletter, we bring you exciting news about the conservation of Magnolias and our work with our neighboring communities. Additionally, there’s important news about macrofungi’s diversity in our reserve and finally, our brand-new classroom/workspace at Mashpi Lodge.
Orchid species diversification has taken an exciting turn with the recent discovery of a new species in the Mashpi Reserve, an integral component of the Choco biosphere in north-western Ecuador. This significant find was made possible through a collaborative effort involving Mashpi Lodge’s Department of Research and Biology, Quito’s Botanical Garden, and Universidad de las Americas (UDLA), a prestigious local university.
Get inspired by an incredible true story of a special encounter between a tour guide and a puma at the beautiful Mashpi Lodge. Read all about it!
Enjoy a thrilling account of an eagle and chotacabra sighting during a Poison Frogs spotting adventure in the Ecuadorian rainforest.
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