Tag: wildlife

Snake, Mashpi Lodge
A vibrant Rufous-throated Tanager perched on a branch, indicative of the biodiverse Mashpi Lodge region.
Home - wildlife
Trychopeplus mashpiensis
Arthropods
Diana Troya

Research and Biology News: new specie of insect and solid and lasting alliances with academia

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.

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Life Center news at Mashpi Lodge
Biology
Diana Troya

Life Center News

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.

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Copal
Biology
Diana Troya

Research & Biology News in Mashpi: Pumas, transparency and citizen science

Our puma ecology project is in full swing, offering invaluable insights into the behavior and habitat of these elusive predators. Meanwhile, a pioneering study on Glass Frogs and Glasswing Butterflies is shedding light on their remarkable defense mechanisms, adding to our understanding of the cloud forest’s delicate balance. In addition, the City Nature Challenge is engaging Quito’s residents in a powerful demonstration of citizen science, reconnecting them with their natural heritage and highlighting its vital role in conservation efforts.

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Green-crowned Brilliant hummingbird feeding on nectar at Mashpi Lodge, immersed in Ecuador's cloud forest.
Biology
Samantha Lalangui

Unveiling the Vibrant Plumage of Hummingbirds

The Mashpi Reserve is located in a stunning natural setting northwest of Quito, Ecuador. It is a true home to colorful hummingbirds, one of the most fascinating species in the animal world. These species of hummingbirds inhabit almost the entire American continent, and the estimated lifespan of a hummingbird is 3 to 4 years. Researchers estimate that about 300 species live in Ecuador, and more than half live there.

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