Iberá Nature Reserve

　　    The Iberá Nature Reserve (Ibera Natural Reserve) is situated at the mouth of the Iberá River in the central part of Corrientes Province, Argentina, approximately 2 kilometers from Colonia Pellegrini. The name “Iberá” comes from the Guaraní language, meaning “bright water.” Covering an area of 1,200,000 hectares (2,965,000 acres), the reserve was established to protect vast ecosystems including wetlands, marshes, swamps, and lagoons within the Iberá Basin.

　　    As one of Argentina’s major nature reserves, it boasts an astonishing diversity of wildlife and plant life. This humid region features a unique ecosystem and many fascinating attractions, making it a true paradise for science and research. Its water supply primarily comes from rainfall.

　　    The Iberá Nature Reserve is home to four provincial protected species: the giant otter, the maned wolf, the pampas deer, and the marsh deer. In addition, it hosts two types of Argentine caimans—the Black Yacaré and the South American broad-snouted caiman. The reserve is also a great destination for birdwatching, with over 350 different bird species residing here. Moreover, the Iberá Lagoons serve as the heart of the reserve, where visitors can observe a wide array of wildlife.

　　    Major attractions: Iberá Lagoon, Luna Lagoon, Fernandez Lagoon, Trim Lagoon, among others.

　　    Address: Corrientes Province, Argentina, located 192 km northeast of Mercedes and 870 km northeast of Buenos Aires.

　　    Transportation: Accessible by driving along Route N°40 from Mercedes.