Argentina is a country with a giant territory, so its climate and nature are very diverse. The Andes or Andes Cordillera have their highest peak at 6,962m. Gorgeous peaks of the mountains are always covered with snow. There are plains and large lava plateaus, marshes and hilly valleys. The country’s territory lies in three climatic zones. There are many national parks that preserve these unique ecosystems of different regions.
The animal world is diverse as well. In Argentina, there are unique endemic species that are not present in other regions of the world. These are such animals as pampas deer, pampas cat, spectacled bear, and Magellan dog. Many representatives of local fauna are exotic and do not live in Europe: armadillo, monkey, skunk, alpaca, jaguar, puma, lama, flamingo, hummingbird, and more. Local tropical forests are home to exotic insects as well. Deforestation and import or plants and animals that are not typical for this part of the world ruin the unique nature of Argentina. Many species become endangered. In order to preserve the unique ecosystem, flora, and fauna, there are national parks in different parts of the country. Hunting and building are prohibited in these areas.
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