4271. 10 Top Facts About Jaguars
April 27, 2016
The mighty Jaguar is one of the most enigmatic members of the animal kingdom. Silent, stealthy and a master of sleuth, Panthera onca's secretive nature means it is also the big cat researchers and scientists know least about.
For anyone interested in Jaguar watching, here are ten facts that...
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4272. A Nexus of Art and Big Cat Conservation
April 27, 2016
Getting up close to the world's big cats in their natural habitat is often considered the ultimate experience for wildlife lovers. With the opportunity to encounter even the most elusive of big cats, on a Jaguar tour to the lush tropical jungles of the Brazilian Pantanal, for instance, a dream can b...
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4273. Monitoring the Jaguar in Alto Madidi, Bolivia
April 27, 2016
As has been the case for indigenous peoples throughout history, for many wildlife lovers, the stealthy big cat Panthera onca, the Jaguar, holds a special fascination. The opportunity to encounter these giants of the jungle up close and personal in their natural habitat on a Jaguar tour is one of the...
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4274. Protecting Jaguar Habitat in a Nicaraguan Natural Paradise
April 27, 2016
While the natural range of Panthera onca – the Jaguar – has declined over the past century due to fragmentation and loss of habitat, there are currently a number of conservation projects focused on preserving the species' genetic integrity and reversing their 'near threatened' status.
Predom...
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4275. The National Geographic Big Cats Initiative
April 27, 2016
For wildlife lovers, the opportunity to see the world's magnificent big cats in the wild is one of the most sought-after experiences of all. Embarking on a dedicated Jaguar tour to the spectacular Brazilian Pantanal, for example, provides a once-in-a-lifetime chance to enter Panthera onca's natural ...
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4276. Malaguenas: Málaga's Music
April 27, 2016
On the Costa del Sol coast of Spain sits Málaga, a port city rich in history and culture, and also the birthplace of Malaguenas, a traditional style of Andalusian music (flamenco) from the beginning of the 19th century and still practiced throughout Spain today. The dance is a traditional style of S...
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4277. Málaga for Sports Lovers
April 27, 2016
The popular summer destination, Málaga offers sports lovers an environment rich in games to watch and games to play. Home to three major professional sports teams, it’s a perfect vacation spot for those seeking a break from the beach scene to watch a game or even join in. Football
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4278. How to get from Barcelona to Lloret de Mar
April 27, 2016
If you need to get from Barcelona to Lloret de Mar then relax! It’s an easy, modestly priced and straightforward journey.
Even so, the few tips outlined below might be very useful.
• Arriving at Barcelona Airport
There is no direct rail service, so your only direct transfer o...
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4279. Spot the Gems: Travelling from Barcelona to Lloret de Mar
April 27, 2016
For many visitors to Catalonia, the journey from Barcelona to Lloret de Mar is something of a “let’s get there ASAP” endeavour only considered at the time of an airport transfer.
Yet this vibrant land is alive with magical and interesting sights that are all easily reached when travelling fr...
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4280. Dining Out when Travelling from Lloret de Mar to Barcelona
April 27, 2016
If you’re taking a journey from Lloret de Mar to Barcelona and will be looking for a place to dine well, then some of the following tips might appeal to you.
Dining – Lunch
Catalonian lunches tend to be larger than those we’re used to in Northern Europe. Traditionally, they would als...
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Author: Laura Jeeves
