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Why are Galapagos sea lions important?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Galápagos sea lions and fur seals are endemic pinnipeds to the Galápagos Islands, where these two species play a crucial role as key predators and sentinel species for the functioning, services, and health of the marine ecosystem (Alava and Salazar, 2006; Alava et al., 2014, 2017a). Why do Galapagos sea lions matter? Their smooth and […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Ecuador, Galapagos

Does Brazil have jets?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

(Fighter Jets) Transport Group: Grupo de Transporte (GT): Transport, Flight refueling. Aviation Group: Grupo de Aviação (GAv): Fighter, attack, reconnaissance, SAR, rotary wing. Fighter Aviation Group: Grupo de Aviação de Caça (GAvCa): Fighter, attack planes. Does Brazil have fighter jets? List of active Brazilian military aircraft is a list of military aircraft currently in service […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

How common are scorpions in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

So far there are no reports on Costa Rican scorpions being a menace for the population. Regardless, two potentially dangerous species live in Costa Rica, the country is prepared for unexpected events. Argüello says that even though dangerous species live in the nation, data indicates no incidents. What country has the most scorpions? MexicoMexico is […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Is San Jose Airport big?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport covers 1,050 acres (420 ha) at an elevation of 62 feet (19 m). It has two active runways: 12L/30R and 12R/30L, each 11,000 by 150 feet (3,353 m × 46 m) asphalt/concrete. The runway separation is less than ideal: 700 feet between centerlines. Is San Jose Airport small? […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Costa Rica, San Jose

Does Brazil have alligators?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Yacare alligators (Caiman yacare, of the Alligatoridae family) are very common in the Pantanal (Brazilian swamplands) or Chaco area, a huge flooded area during the rainy season, located in Brazil (Mato Grosso and Mato Grosso do Sul States), Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay. Do alligators live in Brazil? RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL — In Florida, you […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What is Costa Rica’s technology like?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Although Intel closed its microprocessor plants in Costa Rica, the source of a majority of these microprocessors, technology remains the largest export of the nation. However, Costa Rica’s tech industry is now much less focused on computer hardware, and rather on biological and pharmaceutical products and innovations. Is technology in Costa Rica advanced? Over the […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Can I wear shorts in Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Modest Clothing Modest, feminine clothing is a must when visiting Guatemala. Skirts or dresses that fall below the knee are a common choice for business and pleasure. Khaki pants or dress slacks can also be worn in some areas, though shorts are typically discouraged and often identify a woman as a tourists. Can men wear […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What is Bolivia rich in?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Bolivia is rich in resources such as petroleum, natural gas, gold, silver, tungsten, zinc, lead, and tin. In addition, the country has considerable resources of potash, platinum, tantalum, palladium, iron ore, nickel, indium, and cadmium. What resources is Bolivia rich in? In addition Bolivia has very important natural resources, such as gold, silver, zinc, tin, […]

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Does Chile provide free healthcare?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

The National Health Fund, or the public health system, is known as FONASA.Only people who are registered in the system can be beneficiaries, and their legal dependents must be listed on their profile. Chilean nationals and residents have access to this public healthcare through this governmentally run scheme. Is healthcare free in Chile? Public healthcare […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

How many Colombian pesos is $1000 US dollars?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Are you overpaying your bank? Conversion rates US Dollar / Colombian Peso 100 USD 396656.00000 COP 250 USD 991640.00000 COP 500 USD 1983280.00000 COP 1000 USD 3966560.00000 COP How much is $1000 US dollars in Colombian pesos? Are you overpaying your bank? Conversion rates US Dollar / Colombian Peso 1000 USD 3914000.00000 COP 2000 USD […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What causes water pollution in Guatemala?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Upon doing our research, we found that the two main causes of water pollution in Guatemala, has been poverty and tourism. Not only that, but the government’s lack of facilities and programs to help clean the water, is also a driving force for the increment of water contamination. What causes Guatemala pollution? Contributors to poor […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Who first discovered Brazil?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Pedro Álvares Cabral. Brazil was officially “discovered” in 1500, when a fleet commanded by Portuguese diplomat Pedro Álvares Cabral, on its way to India, landed in Porto Seguro, between Salvador and Rio de Janeiro. What country accidentally discovered Brazil? PortugalCabral, Pedro Álvares (1467–1520) Portuguese navigator who discovered Brazil. In 1500, he led an expedition to […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Is Argentine and Argentina the same?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Long ago, Argentina used to be referred to as “The Argentine,” much like The Netherlands, since that was a direct translation of the Spanish La Republica Argentina (La Argentina) which puts the name of the country as an adjective rather than a noun.So that’s one point for Argentinian. Why is Argentina called the Argentine? Argentina […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Is it safe living in Panama?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Panama is Safe for Expats to Live In Panama, like everywhere, does have some crime, but it is usually petty theft. Use the same due diligence and common sense that you would in any setting worldwide and you will be fine. How much money do you need to live in Panama? Another reason that many […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Why is Rio de Janeiro called January River?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The name Rio de Janeiro, which translates in English to literally ‘January River’, was the result of a mistake by Portuguese explorer Gaspar de Lemos.Mistakenly thinking the bay was the mouth of a river, he decided to call the area Rio de Janeiro after the month he arrived there. What does January river mean? Rio […]

Filed Under: Central and South America Tagged With: Brazil, Rio de Janeiro

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