In new research, biochemical analyses align with imagery and historical sources to show how the pre-Inca Chincha society ...

New archaeological evidence reveals that seabird guano—nutrient-rich bird droppings—was not only essential to boosting corn ...

Guano dramatically boosted the production of maize, and the surplus helped fuel the Chincha Kingdom’s economy.

High in the Andes, the Andean condor functions as a dominant ecological force shaped by extreme altitude and scarce resources. Its massive wingspan and specialized flight mechanics allow it to exploit ...