A pair of llamas - the symbol animals of the Andes - are the newest members of the Falconry Center in Foz do Iguaçu. After the process of adapting to the enclosure, the cubs are now part of the roster of animals that are open to visitors.
The visitor center is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and is located next to the Dreams Park Show Complex, on the Cataratas Highway, less than five minutes from the Iguaçu National Park.
According to the falconer in charge of the Center, Leandro Mautone, few places in Brazil have llamas in wildlife spaces that are open to visitors. "There are in wildlife enterprises in São Paulo, Espírito Santo, here in Paraná in Campina Grande do Sul, and now in Foz do Iguaçu, at the Falconry Center," he explained.
History
The llamas were chosen to be part of the squad because they are an animal steeped in history, just like the art of falconry.
Llamas are camelids, representatives of camels and dromedaries in South America, and were a very important animal for the development of the Inca people.
They are ruminant mammals from some South American countries, living mostly in the Andes in Bolivia and Peru. Because of their appearance, they are often confused with alpacas, but they are two different species.
The Falconry Center
The Falconry Center is a 30,000 square meter space where visitors have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the art of falconry, watch the presentation of horses and birds of prey such as owls, hawks and vultures, as well as learn about the importance of caring for animals and the Atlantic forest.
You can also go horseback riding, interact with the animals on the mini farm and enjoy a picnic with family and friends.
