Yanakocha Reserve
The reserve is located near Quito in a western direction.
Description:
The Yanakocha Reserve was established in 2001 to protect rare bird species. It covers an area of 1,080 hectares, which includes high mountain forests and the Pichincha volcano. The reserve attracts many tourists with its biodiversity and breathtaking views of the volcano.
The territory of Yanakochi is the habitat of almost the entire earth population of some species of birds. It is here that you can closely see the unique endangered species, including the hummingbird, Ecuadorian Hillstar, caracara, giant hemp and others. Also, the reserve forests are home to cougars and spectacle bears.