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Why Discovering Ecuador's Biodiversity is an Adventure of a Lifetime?

202325 minG

Synopsis

4,000 meters above sea level, a pilot delivers essential equipment to help track endangered mountain tapirs in Ecuador's Paramo region.

Deep Dive

Why Watch

  • Follow Jorge as he flies to deliver crucial equipment.
  • Meet Armando, who studies endangered mountain tapirs.
  • Discover the importance of traditional medicinal plants.

Did You Know

  • Jorge has been flying over Ecuador for 27 years.
  • Mountain tapirs are an endangered species being studied in the Paramo.
  • The special palm tree in the Amazon can move up to 60 centimeters a year.

Perfect For

Aviation enthusiastsWildlife conservation advocatesIndigenous culture supporters
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Jorge in the documentary?

Jorge is an adventurer, pilot, writer, and High Mountain Guide who has been flying over Ecuador for 27 years.

What endangered species are Armando and his team trying to locate?

Armando and his team are trying to locate mountain tapirs, which are equipped with radio transmitters for tracking.

What natural remedy do pregnant women use in the Amazon according to the documentary?

Pregnant women in the Amazon use a special palm tree during labor to help dilate the cervix and ease the birth.

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