Hato La Aurora has a rich and fascinating history. The ownership of the herd was established in the 19th century by a Colombian cattle family. At that time, it was mainly used for cattle breeding and dairy product production.
Over time, measures were taken to protect and conserve the flora and fauna of the region. In 1967, it was declared a private nature reserve, becoming one of the first ranches in Colombia to adopt this conservation category.
Since then, Hato La Aurora has become an important refuge for wildlife. Its strategic location in the Eastern Plains region of Colombia provides an ideal habitat for a wide diversity of species.
The flora of the herd is mainly composed of grasslands and gallery forests that grow along the rivers and canals that cross the area. This combination of habitats provides shelter and food for a large number of animal species.
The fauna of Hato La Aurora is truly impressive. More than 300 species of birds have been recorded, including the emblematic Orinoco Goose (Oressochen jubatus), Hoatzin (Opisthocomus hoazin) and numerous species of herons and birds of prey. As for mammals, the herd is home to species such as the jaguar (Panthera onca), the puma (Puma concolor), the howler monkey (Alouatta seniculus), the manatee (Trichechus manatus) and the giant river otter
(Pteronura brasiliensis), among others.
The conservation of fauna in Hato La Aurora is carried out through protection, monitoring and environmental education programs. Scientific research is promoted and sustainable tourism is encouraged, allowing visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the herd without compromising its conservation.
In summary, Hato La Aurora is a testimony of how the combination of conservation efforts and responsible use of natural resources can preserve and protect the wealth of fauna in Colombia.
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Once your plane has landed in the city of Bogotá, capital of Colombia, we will be waiting for you at the airport to take you to the hotel we have chosen for you. We will also give you a talk about the fauna and ecosystems that you can observe in the Eastern Llanos. That night you will spend the night in Bogotá and the next day you will travel to Yopal, Casanare.