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Why did Bolivia change its capital?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Since Evo Morales became president in 2005 the country’s West and East have been more ideologically and politically divided than ever before and the citizens of Sucre (known as Sucrenses) proposed reinstating Sucre (which is located in Bolivia’s geographic center and has fewer than 300,000 residents) as Bolivia’s Why do Bolivia have 2 capitals? The […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

Can you travel to Guatemala with a green card?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Guatemala does not recognize green cards, driver’s licenses or other alternative documentation in lieu of a passport. If you are eligible for a U.S. passport, you must have one in order to travel to Guatemala. Can US residents travel to Guatemala? Reconsider travel to Guatemala due to crime.Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before […]

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What did Darwin learn from the Galapagos finches?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

1: Darwin’s Finches: Darwin observed that beak shape varies among finch species. He postulated that the beak of an ancestral species had adapted over time to equip the finches to acquire different food sources. What did Darwin discover about the finches on the Galapagos Islands? Darwin noticed that fruit-eating finches had parrot-like beaks, and that […]

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

What sport is very important in Argentina?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The most popular sport among the Argentine working class is football (soccer), introduced by the British (as was polo) in the 19th century. What sports is Argentina good at? Argentine achievements can be found in team sports such as association football, basketball, field hockey and rugby union, and individual sports such as boxing, golf, tennis […]

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What are Peru’s colors?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

vertically striped red-white-red national flag; when displayed by the government, it incorporates the national coat of arms in the centre. What is Peru’s national color? redColors of the Flag Peru’s national flag features a vertical triband of two colors: red and white. The bands on the outside of the flag are red, while the center […]

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Is Costa Rica carbon negative?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Costa Rica has decided to respond and align its national priorities with global climate action. The Government has prepared a far-reaching climate change strategy and is committed to becoming a carbon-neutral (C-neutral) country. Which country is carbon negative? BhutanIn fact, the reason that Bhutan has managed to become carbon negative is because although the country […]

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How much do eggs cost in Panama?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Food prices from our Cost of Living Section Markets Edit Eggs (regular) (12) 2.04$ Local Cheese (1 lb) 3.95$ Chicken Fillets (1 lb) 3.25$ Beef Round (1 lb) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) 4.25$ How much is a dozen eggs in Panama? Food Costs in Panama: Save 50% or More on Your Grocery Bill […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

What Honduras famous for?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Honduras is known for its rich natural resources, including minerals, coffee, tropical fruit, and sugar cane, as well as for its growing textiles industry, which serves the international market. What 2 things make Honduras unique? 7 Interesting Facts About Honduras There’s a huge collection of Mayan ruins in Honduras. It’s home to a sacred bird. […]

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How do I contact the US Embassy in Panama?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

If you are a U.S. Citizen and have an emergency, please call us at 011-507-317-5000 (if dialing from the U.S.) or at 317-5000 (if dialing from Panama). You can also email us at [email protected]. What is the US embassy email? For information about American Citizen Services (U.S. passport renewals, registering the birth of a child, […]

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What is the most studied animal in the Galapagos Islands?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Let’s see what you might get to get up close and personal with for your visit. Marine Iguana. Galapagos Land Iguana – Galapagos Animals. Galapagos Giant Tortoise. Darwin’s Finches. Flightless Cormorant. Waved Albatross – Animals of the Galapagos. Galapagos Fur Seal. Galapagos Penguin – Animals of the Galapagos. What is the most studied animal in […]

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

Why were different organisms found on each island of the Galapagos?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

A popularly held belief is that the original species that evolved into the unique Galapagos variety found their way to the islands on flotation rafts of vegetation and other waste and were carried to the island via wind and sea currents. Why were there different finches on each of the Galapagos Islands? On various islands, […]

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

How can I stay cool in Costa Rica?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Below are 5 tips on how to stay cool and enjoy your trip on the Costa Rica Pacific beaches. Grab some cold water, magazine/book and sunscreen and head down to the pool at your Tamarindo Vacation Rental. Relax in the cool pool and soak up the sun on your vacation. Make sure to re-apply sunscreen […]

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What kind of species is a Galapagos tortoise?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Galápagos tortoise Superfamily: Testudinoidea Family: Testudinidae Genus: Chelonoidis Species complex: Chelonoidis niger complex Fitzinger, 1835 What is a Galapagos tortoise classified as? The Galapagos turtle belongs to the family of land-dwelling tortoises known by the scientific name of Testudinidae. This taxonomy classification is based on its anatomy, genetics, and evolutionary history. Is the Galapagos tortoise […]

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

How do Costa Ricans speak?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Costa Rica’s official and predominant language is Spanish. The variety spoken there, Costa Rican Spanish, is a form of Central American Spanish. Costa Rican Sign Language is also spoken by the deaf community, and Costa Rican Spanish slang is known as “pachuco”. What kind of Spanish do Costa Ricans speak? Costa Rica’s official and predominant […]

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What is the land and climate in Venezuela?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Although Venezuela lies within the tropics, its local climates vary with altitude from hot and humid lowlands to cool highlands. Temperatures in Caracas average 72 °F (22 °C) and vary little from season to season. About 32 inches (81 centimeters) of rain falls there each year, mainly from April to December. What is the land […]

Filed Under: Central and South America

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