Fauna

Fauna of Nicaragua
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The jaguar is the largest felid in Nicaragua
The fauna of Nicaragua is characterized by a very high level ofbiodiversity. Much of Nicaragua's wildlife lives in protected areas. There are currently 78 protected areas in Nicaragua, covering more than 22,000 square kilometers (8,500 sq mi), or about 17% ofits landmass. These protected areas encompass a wide variety of habitats, including rainforests, lakes, mountains, and volcanoes throughout the country. For example, Bosawás Biosphere Reserve covers7,300 square kilometers (2,800 sq mi), making it the second largest rainforest in the Americas after the Amazon Rainforest in Brazil.
Contents[hide] * 1 Vertebrates * 1.1 Mammals * 1.2Birds * 1.3 Reptiles * 1.4 Fishes * 2 Invertebrates * 2.1 Molluscs * 3 Protected areas * 4 See also * 5 References * 6 External links |
[edit] Vertebrates
[edit] Mammals

AWhite-headed Capuchin monkey
Main article: List of mammals of Nicaragua
Nicaragua is home to several species of New World monkeys, including the Geoffroy's Spider Monkey, which is currently listed bythe International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) as an endangered species.[1] The jaguar is the largest felid that is indigenous to Nicaragua. Other species include the cougar, jaguarundi,margay, and ocelot. There are a number of unusual mammals found in Nicaragua, including the three-toed sloth, northern tamandua (lesser anteater), and two species of armadillo.[2]
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TheBarranquero (Momotus Momota, Eumomota superciliosa) is the national bird of Nicaragua
Main article: List of birds of Nicaragua
The avifauna of Nicaragua includes a total of 698 species. Eight ofthese species, including the Golden-cheeked Warbler (Dendroica chrysoparia) and the Great Green Macaw (Ara ambigua), are currently listed by the IUCN as threatened species. Many of Nicaragua's birds...