At Eco Lodge Itororo, we're privileged to witness these delightful moments of nature up close. Our carefully maintained feeding stations not only provide nourishment for our feathered friends but also offer unparalleled photography opportunities for our guests.
Seeds have numerous ways of dispersion. Some are shaped to fly with the wind, some are designed to flow away in the stream of creeks all the way to the sea. Other seeds need to dry out completely so they can sprout. There are seeds that need pollinators to transport pollen to fertilize them...
At Eco lodge Itororo, we're fortunate to regularly host these charismatic birds. Observe as they move through the forest in small groups, their long tails and contrasting colors making them easy to spot among the greenery.
Nestled in the lush canopy of Brazil's Atlantic Forest, the Saffron Toucanet (Pteroglossus bailloni) is a sight to behold. This smaller member of the toucan family boasts a striking golden-yellow plumage that seems to capture the very essence of sunlight filtering through the leaves.
Locally known as “Tangaras,” a name derived from the Tupí word for ‘dancer,’ these vibrant birds live up to their name with their graceful movements and harmonious chirping as they traverse the trees.
The Petrocerus catiena butterfly is a remarkable species, endemic to the high altitudes of Rio de Janeiro’s Atlantic Forest.
During an 8-day tour at Eco-Lodge Itororó you should see in the region of 250-300 species of birds, of which approximately 80+ species will be Atlantic Rainforest endemics.
The Eco Lodge Itororó is seated on the Serra do Mar Mountain Range at an altitude of 1200m, surrounded by well over fifty mountains and the Atlantic Rain Forest.
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