Ecopark biologist takes part in research published in international journal on animal abuse on social networks
A study carried out by biologist Antônio Carvalho, a specialist in combating wildlife trafficking at the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS Brasil), with the participation of biologist Igor Morais, institutional coordinator of Eco Park, in Foz do Iguaçu, on the mistreatment of animals on social networks, was published in the November issue of the American journal Biological [...]
Iguaçu residents pay R$ 15 to visit Eco Park
Foz do Iguaçu residents interested in getting to know the work carried out at Eco Park will pay a solidarity rate of R$15 from November 1st, including during the All Souls' holiday. The promotion is valid until December 20th. To receive the benefit, you need to show proof of residence and [...]
Eco Park receives baby araçaris rescued from animal trafficking
This week, Eco Park received three araçaris chicks - a smaller relative of the toucan - that were only 10 days old and came from wildlife trafficking in Foz do Iguaçu. After undergoing evaluation and clinical examinations, they are recovering in the park's Bird Treatment Unit (UTA), where [...]
At Eco Park, cows play with a ball to have fun and maintain their weight
The cows housed at the Eco Park in Foz do Iguaçu spend their time playing with pilates balls to have fun and maintain their weight. The goats and mini pigs forage for their food, while the llamas love looking for bits of vegetables scattered around the enclosure. The rabbits' 'plate' is a small ball filled with [...]
Children experience a farmer's day at Eco Park
October 12 was a memorable holiday for the children and adults who visited Eco Park in Foz do Iguaçu. Boys and girls were able to help the biologists look after the animals, feed the rabbits, sheep, goats and cows and take part in a treasure hunt. For some children [...]
Eco Park prepares special program for Children's Day
In celebration of Children's Day on October 12, the boys and girls who visit Eco Park will be able to help biologists with various tasks in caring for the animals that live in the park. They can even take part in a Treasure Hunt competition. The activities will take place at two different times: at 9am [...]
Eco Park animals take hose baths to beat the heat
The routine of caring for the birds and animals at Eco Park in Foz do Iguaçu has changed somewhat in recent days. With thermometers hitting 40 degrees, the llamas, ostriches and even the cows have been taking hose baths. The "Poultry Immersion" aviary, meanwhile, has been fitted with water sprinklers to cool the [...]
Eco Park offers visitors the option of following the routine of a falconer
Eco Park, a place for raising awareness and caring for birds, animals and the Atlantic Forest, in Foz do Iguaçu, now offers visitors the option of following the routine of a falconer. The professional uses falconry techniques to rehabilitate birds of prey, especially those that have suffered from human impacts. The [...]
Dreams Eco Park and Onças do Iguaçu sign partnership to develop conservation projects in the region
Dreams Eco Park and Onças do Iguaçu signed a cooperation agreement this week to develop animal conservation projects in the municipalities bordering the Iguaçu National Park (PNI). The partnership begins with the construction of the first chicken coop for the Ciscando o Futuro project, in Matelândia. The aim is to add value to [...]
Dreams Eco Park is the new home of an abused caturrite
A caturrita, also called a cocota, has a new home. Since last week it has been living in the "Immersion of Birds" aviary along with 50 other birds of various species, including two macaws, at Dreams Eco Park in Foz do Iguaçu. The caturrita now flies around, receives care from biologists and [...]
