The Pantanal is a large wilderness area, one of the world's largest, containing forests, meadows and savannahs. Unlike the Amazon's dense foliage which makes spotting birds and other species difficult, Pantanal is a photographer's, birder's and nature lover's delight as wildlife is seen in abundance. A great number of beautiful and rare birds, reptiles, fish and mammals, including world's largest rodent, capybaras, and rare leopards can be observed.
Observation varies according to the season.
During the dry season, from August to November, mammals can be seen, while during wet season, from December to July, mostly birds. Caiman is located in a 53,000 hectare farm, of which 7,000 constitute an isolated reserve with very rich flora and fauna. There over 300 species of birds scientifically identified. 1999 BR Online Travel Corp. All rights reserved. No material from BR Online Travel may be copied, reproduced, republished without writen authorization.