Emblematic Species

A glimpse into the rich biodiversity of Roca Mía

Birds Hummingbirds Mammals Flora
Andean Cock-of-the-Rock
Rupicola peruvianus

Andean Cock-of-the-Rock

The iconic bright red bird of the cloud forest.

Torrent Duck
Merganetta armata

Torrent Duck

Masters of the fast-flowing Andean rivers.

Plate-billed Mountain-Toucan
Andigena laminirostris

Plate-billed Mountain-Toucan

A stunning toucan endemic to the Chocó region.

Golden-headed Quetzal
Pharomachrus auriceps

Golden-headed Quetzal

A majestic bird often found in the high canopy.

Booted Racket-tail
Ocreatus underwoodii

Booted Racket-tail

Known for its unique tail feathers and white "boots".

Violet-tailed Sylph
Aglaiocercus coelestis

Violet-tailed Sylph

A hummingbird with an incredibly long, iridescent tail.

Flame-faced Tanager
Tangara parzudakii

Flame-faced Tanager

A colorful bird that frequents our fruit feeders.

Broad-billed Motmot
Electron platyrhynchum

Broad-billed Motmot

A quiet forest dweller with a distinctive bill.