Giant cranes

The Pantanal, Brazil

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January 26th 2009
PANTANAL The Pantanal is a vast network of wetlands that extends into Paraguay and Bolivia, but the vast majority is in Brazil. During the rainy season the numerous rivers swell, forcing exotic animals to cluster together on small patches of land, making for some amazing wildlife viewing. It's not uncommon to spot a wild jaguar this time of year. Originally we were planning on seeing our wildl ... read more

South America » Brazil » Pantanal

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Following three centuries under the rule of Portugal, Brazil became an independent nation in 1822. By far the largest and most populous country in South America, Brazil overcame more than half a century of military intervention in the governance of t... ... read more