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.
Their name comes from the half-bird, half-human Harpy from Greek mythology, which was feared for its habit of carrying people away – much like the way harpy eagles prey on tree-dwelling animals such ...
This is the amusing moment three Andean condors were captured on camera as they perched on top of a high-tech surveillance mast in the hills in Chile. CCTV footage shows the trio of raptors lounging ...
According to Discover Wildlife, three rehabilitated Andean condors have been released into Patagonia National Park in Chile. The condors, a female named Carmen and two males named Farellón and ...
The Andean condor has been threatened with extinction for decades. At one time, the condor was considered extinct in Venezuela, with populations in other South American countries not far behind.