What are some native animals of Peru?

Answer 1

There are many types of monkeys, and bats. If you go into the forests right next to lima you could find many types of catapillars, and in the rivers there are otters and river dolphins.

Llamas, Alpacas (domesticated), guanacos and vicuñas (wild)

Llamas and sometimes alpacas, the domesticated members of the camel family that are native to Peru, can be seen and photographed all around the Cuzco area. There are often several around the parking lots at Sacsayhuayman - all dolled up so you can photograph them (for a dollar or five). You have to get a little farther off the beaten path to see them on farms or out in the pastures but you'll likely see some on any trip through the sacred valley on your way to Machu Picchu. It's rare to see a real llama train these days, as there are roads providing access to more and more of the small villages around the mountain regions, but small ones are still used to take goods to and from remote towns. You'll most likely only see them if you go on long day hikes or backpacking into such towns. Check out Lonely Planet Trekking in the Central Andes for ideas. Vicuña or guanaco are most likely seen on trips through wildlife sanctuaries, national parks or on long trips such as the ride to the Colca Canyon from Arequipa.

Other mammals (vizcacha, deer, Andean foxes, etc.)

1. Watch for the funny looking vizcacha, a member of the chinchilla family, in the highlands (it looks a little like a cross between a bunny and squirrel) - check out a photo. You might even catch a glimpse on one at Machu Picchu or other around other archaeological ruins.
2. Deer - Andean deer (the mazama or brocket variety) are small, shy deer that are sometimes seen in remote locations, especially towards the end of the day. Keep your eyes peeled at wildlife sanctuaries, parks and on treks and maybe you'll get lucky.
3. Andean fox - I've only seen one, so you'll have to get pretty lucky, but they do live everywhere.
4. Sea mammals - sea lions (lobos del mar) abound at the Islas Ballestas and other coastal islands and preserves.

If you're really interested in the mammals of the Central Andes, get ahold of Mammals of the Neotropics (Volume 3 ): The Central Neotropics: Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil

Birds

1. General: Peruvian travel chamber of commerce website bird watching pages includes a birds of Peru photo gallery
2. Andean Condor - the thrill of seeing an Andean Condor on a cold morning in the Colca Canyon is hard to beat. It's one reason to spend the night there and to get up early and take some Hot Chocolate or coca tea and a snack to watch as the sun hits the side of the canyon.
3. Coastal and ocean birds can be seen at quieter locations all along the coast (pelicans and seagulls and other more gregarious birds are everywhere) but to see a much wider range including penguins and boobies take a trip to the Islas Ballestas . The coastal wildlife preserves along the south coast are also well worth a visit.
4. The giant hummingbird is something to see - catch sight of it while wandering the ruins of the Sacred Valley

Answer 2

They have llamas, vultures, and pumas. They also keep lambs as pets. We don't have only that. we have a lot of animals. actually, we are the country with the most variety of animals in South America.

Answer 3

Peru animals are as diverse as the geography of Peru. Peru animals range from Pacific Ocean fish, to piranha in the Amazon River. Peru contains tens of thousands of different species of fish, birds, and other monkeys. Peru animals are generally divided into three different zones, based on their geographic origin.

Answer 4

Along with the vast array of llamas, alpacas, Andean cats, and much, much more, there are also these whom I personally think deserve recognition:

Pink Amazonian River Dolphin - one of the five freshwater species of dolphin in the world; coloring can be anywhere from grayish-, rosy-, or bright-pink.

Yellow Tailed Woolly Monkey - it is a rare species found only in the Peruvian Andes, with estimates of only 250 individuals left in the wild.

Answer 5

The endangered tremarctos grnatus or spectacled bear lives in Peru.

Answer 6

Peru has several animals species that live there. These animals include jaguars, spectacled bears, yellow tailed wooly monkey, owlets, and toucans.

Answer 7

Chinchillas and lhamas come from Peru but if i was you i would check on Google

Answer 8

the only thing I know is lamas

Answer 9

wild ducks and goats and yak

Answer 10

the speckeld bear