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Reserva Provincial del Esteros Iberá
26th July 2010
This stunning wetland reserve in Northeast Argentina, unspoiled by tourism, is the second largest wetlands in South America and home to countless birds and animals. The name Iberá means shiny water in the Guarani language.
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Walking through the forrest, monkeys can be seen high up in the trees. Capybaras munch on grass, oblivious to humans. Timid deer don´t hang around too long. An armadillo showed itself and a little bird carried on building it´s oven like nest of clay.
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From a boat, gliding quietly among the floating islands of aquatic plants, caimens and anacondas can be seen basking in the sun. A vast array of birds have also made this protected area their home.
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The sleepy little village of Colonia Carlos Pellegrini, 8 blocks by 8 blocks, is the perfect place to watch the sun setting over the lake.
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Reflections on the lake

Floating islands of aquatic plants support trees

Groves of palms

Jetty at Colonia Carlos Pellegrini

The capybara, at 75 kgs, is the world´s largest rodent

Armadillo

Timid deer

Frog hiding

Caimen basking in the sun

Not as aggressive as they look

Anaconda on a floating island

Beautiful anaconda

Adobe house in Colonia Carlos Pellegrini

Colonia Carlos Pellegrini has a tiny church

Sunset over the lake