The Puma Cat (Puma concolor) is a large, graceful cat belonging to the felidae family. Pumas are also called Cougars, Panthers and Mountain Lions.Pumas are solitary cats and have the largest ranges of all wild terrestrial mammals in the Western Hemisphere. Their range extends … [Read more...]
Venezuelan Animals
Looking at the animals of Venezuela is like looking at a living snapshot of the history and culture of this South American country. From the majestic Andean condor to the curious capybara, these creatures are fascinating in their own right.
Each one tells a story about the land they call home, and together they create a unique portrait of Venezuela's wildlife.
List of Animals in Venezuela
Andean condor
The Andean condor is the national bird of Venezuela, and it's easy to see why. These massive birds are truly impressive, with a wingspan that can reach up to ten feet. They're also one of the longest-lived birds in the world, with a lifespan of up to 70 years.
Capybara
The capybara is a large rodent that is native to Venezuela. These animals are semi-aquatic, and can often be seen swimming in lakes or rivers. They're also known for being very social creatures, and they live in groups of up to 100 individuals.
Venezuelan poodle moth
The Venezuelan poodle moth is a recently discovered species of moth. This strange-looking creature was first spotted in 2009, and it quickly became a sensation on the internet. The Venezuelan poodle moth has large, furry body and wings that resemble a poodle's coat.
Orinoco crocodile
The Orinoco crocodile is a large reptile that lives in the Orinoco River basin. These crocodiles can grow up to 20 feet in length, and they're one of the largest crocodiles in the world. They're also one of the most endangered animals in Venezuela, with only around 200 individuals remaining in the wild.
There are many other amazing Venezuelan animals, including the harpy eagle, the anaconda, and the red-tailed squirrel. Each one of these creatures is unique and special in their own way. Together, they create a fascinating portrait of Venezuela's wildlife.
Look at all the other great examples below:
Capuchin Monkeys
The Capuchin Monkeys are the group of New World monkeys classified as genus Cebus.The range of the Capuchin Monkeys includes Central America (Honduras) and middle South America (middle Brazil, eastern Peru, Paraguay). Capuchin Monkeys generally resemble the friars of their … [Read more...]
Howler Monkeys
Genus: Alouatta - Mantled HowlerThe Mantled Howler Monkey, (Alouatta palliata), or sometimes the Golden-mantled Howling Monkey, is a species of howler monkey, a type of New World monkey, from Central and South America. Mantled Howlers take their 'mantled' name from the long … [Read more...]
Squirrel Monkeys
Squirrel Monkeys (New World Monkeys) Squirrel monkeys live in the tropical forests of Central and South America. Their range extends from Costa Rica through central Brazil and Bolivia. Squirrel monkey fur is short and close, colored olive at the shoulders and yellowish orange on … [Read more...]
New World Tarantula Spider
New World Tarantulas mainly found in the Americas, have bites that generally pose little threat to humans (other than causing localized pain). The primary means of defence for these spiders are urticating hairs, which can cause irritation and other typical symptoms in … [Read more...]
Ocelot
Rainforest OcelotThe Ocelot (Leopardus pardalis), is also known as the 'Painted Leopard', 'McKenney's Wildcat' or 'Manigordo' (in Costa Rica).The Ocelot is a wild cat distributed over South America (Argentina and Venezuela) and Central America and Mexico. It has also been … [Read more...]
Poison Arrow Frogs
Poison Arrow Frogs or Poison Dart Frogs is the common names of the 'Dendrobatidae' family of small, diurnal frogs. Poison Arrow Frogs are usually found in Central and South American rainforests, near water sources. Most Poison Arrow Frogs are the size of an adult humans … [Read more...]
Piranha Fish
The Piranha Fish (also known as the 'caribe' in Venezuela) is a ferocious, schooling, fresh-water fish. It is native to warm rainforest lowland streams and lakes in South America - the Orinoco river basin in Venezuela, in the Orinoco River and east of the Andes Mountains, up to … [Read more...]
Tapir
The Tapir is a large pig-like, browsing mammal that belongs to the family: Tairidae. Tapirs are odd-toes ungulate animals that can be found in the rainforests of South and Central America and Southeast Asia. There are 4 living species of Tapir of which three are native to the … [Read more...]
Black Caimans
The Black Caiman (Melanosuchus niger) has a distribution range including: Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru and Venezuela.The Black Caiman is found in various freshwater habitats such as slow-moving rivers, streams, lakes, flooded savannahs and … [Read more...]