spectacled bears

August 3, 2016

Nature & Wildlife | August 2016

Representatives from Smithsonian National Zoo visit the Inkaterra Asociación’s Andean Spectacled Bear Conservation Center

Last month, we were delighted to host a selection of to conservationists from Smithsonian National Zoo at Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel for an exciting collaboration with Inkaterra Asociación’s Andean Spectacled Bear Conservation Center. Amongst the esteemed visitors, we were pleased to host Andean Bear curator, Craig Safoore, chief veterinarian Don Neiffer, and Francisco Dallmeier, Director of the Centre for […]

May 4, 2016

Conservation and Sustainability | May 2016

Saving South America’s Only Bear Species

Considered an emblematic animal of the tropical Andes, the Spectacled Bear is the only bear species in South America. These bears are affectionately referred to as the real life Paddington bear and resonate with the children’s storybook character. However, it’s time we protect our much loved furry friends whose numbers are declining rapidly and have […]