Last week we visited the community of La Esperanza and the forests where we carry out the bulk of our research. This was the first time we have been able to visit since the national lock down began in March. We were very happy to see that no new deforestation has occurred in the area.
A wide angled view of the the forests to the north, including the Pampa del Burro Private Conservation Area, where the road can be seen as a white line, and areas of forest which will later be included in an extension of the reserve. Some of this area has been purchased by our local allies and will never be deforested! Scenic view of the forests to the east of the field station. On the left you can just see an old area of pasture in the early stages of recuperation. The forests to the south of the field station. This area is home to the main yellow tailed woolly monkey study group that we have been following for over a decade. No new deforestation has been recorded in this area since we began our work, and the new land owners have signed an agreement to ensure its protection. The NPC team flying the drone from the field station. You can see the newly installed solar panel near the house.