The yellow-sided opossum (Monodelphis dimidiata) is a small marsupial in the Didelphidae family, native to South America. It inhabits low grasslands as well as forests and has terrestrial habits.

Spotting orchids in their natural habitat can be a rewarding experience, whether it is the unique colors or specific patterns that catch your eye. However, it takes time and patience to find these elusive flowers in their natural setting.

While crickets are omnivorous and crepuscular insects, grasshoppers are herbivorous and diurnal. Their main difference is that crickets tend to have long antennae and make their sounds by rubbing their wings, while grasshoppers have shorter antennae and rub their hindlegs against their wings.

Bauhinia angulosa Vogel is an endemic Brazilian vine that can be found in both primary and secondary forests, particularly in the Atlantic Rainforest. Some specimens of this slow-growing plant are estimated to have a lifespan of up to two hundred years.

In Brazil Bertoni's Antbirds are endemic to the Southeastern Atlantic Rainforest and usually inhabit underwood and mid-wood bamboo stands in evergreen forests. They tend to prefer mountainous regions but can be seen at sea level also.

Brazil is home to 1,144 species of frogs, making it the country with the highest biodiversity of the Anura group in the world. This abundance of species is not only crucial for maintaining the planet's biodiversity, but also for advancing scientific research.

The saracura (Aramides saracura) is a secretive bird, more often heard than seen. Its rhythmic calls echo through the Atlantic Rainforest, where it thrives in dense vegetation. Feeding on insects, amphibians, and plant matter, it plays a key role in maintaining ecological balance.

We are excited to announce that we have reached a milestone of five thousand observations on iNaturalist! We would like to express our sincere gratitude to all of our guests who have taken the time to add their observations to our page, documenting their findings here at the Eco Lodge Itororó.