The fauna of Colombia is characterized by a high biodiversity, with the highest rate of species by area unit worldwide.[1]
See also: Flora of Colombia
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Colombia has the largest number of endemic species (species that are not found naturally anywhere else) worldwide. About 10% of the species in the world live in Colombia.[2] Some determinant factors in the distribution range of the species are the weather conditions, temperature, humidity and sunlight availability.
Endemics can easily become endangered or extinct due to their restricted habitat and vulnerability to the actions of man, including the introduction of new organisms.
See also: Endemic birds of Colombia
According to the Colombian Ministry of Environment, the following ecoregions have the highest percentage of endemic species:
- Cocora valley (Quindío)
- Serranía de la Macarena (Meta Department)
- Gorgona, Colombia (island in the Pacific Ocean)
- Amacayacu National Park (Amazonas Department)
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