Each year, large numbers of upland sandpipers plunge from great heights into the ice-cold waters of the Ozogoche lakes during their migration.
Synopsis
Each year, large numbers of upland sandpipers plunge from great heights into the ice-cold waters of the Ozogoche lakes during their migration.
Synopsis
A girl living near the Ozogoche lakes in Ecuador watches for the arrival of the cuviví, the upland sandpiper, each September. These birds migrate from North America and are known for their tragic plunge into the icy waters of the lakes. As the girl contemplates a future in the United States with her uncle, she faces the reality of fewer cuvivís returning each year. The lakes, once vibrant, are drying up, threatening the delicate balance of life in the highlands.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the unique migration of cuvivís at Ozogoche lakes.
- Meet a girl connected to her uncle in the US.
- Find out why cuvivís are becoming scarce.
Did You Know
- Cuvivís migrate from North America to the Ozogoche lakes each year.
- The lakes are drying up, affecting the cuviví population.
- Large numbers of cuvivís dive into the lakes, a behavior described as 'committing suicide.'
- The film features a girl waiting for the cuvivís, reflecting local concerns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ecuadorean indigenous name for the upland sandpiper?
Cuviví is the Ecuadorean indigenous name for the upland sandpiper.
When do the cuvivís migrate past the Ozogoche lakes?
The cuvivís migrate south from North America and pass the Ozogoche lakes around September.
What is happening to the lakes around Ozogoche?
The lakes around Ozogoche are drying up, and few cuvivís have appeared in recent years.
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