We have our winner!

Today, our first poll has closed and they came in first with an astounding 57% majority, so we dedicate this post to Pandas.

These bears are originally from China and are found naturally ONLY in China. They are easily identified by their black spots around their eyes, ears and body. 

Pandas are omnivorous but their diet is made up about 99% by bamboo.

Pandas are endangered species and their population is being observed constantly to prevent extinction.

Personally, I love pandas and I'd love to hug one.

Of course, we could not miss the video of the baby Panda that went viral:

Spotlight on: Río Platano Biosphere Reserve

            This Reserve is located in Honduras (near the Caribbean Ocean) in an area called la Mosquitia which is a bit secluded from the rest of the country since it is not so easy to access to it , it stretches to 5,250 km².      

It is the second 'lung' of America, after the Amazon. It was declared a World Heritage site and biosphere in 1982 and contains a big part of the forest area of Honduras.

Something unique about this reserve is its variety, which is not yet fully discovered. It ranges from tropical rainforests to mangroves, coastal lagoons and savannahs that later melt with mountains! Its record contains 39 species of mammals, 377 species of birds and 126 species of reptiles and amphibians.

The rare or endangered species located in this reserve: giant anteater, jaguar, ocelot, margay, Caribbean West Indian manatee, and Central American tapir.

Its rich flora and fauna are not the only outstanding qualities of this reserve, 4 ethnic groups reside in this area: Garifunas, Misquitos, Pech y Sumo (tawakas). These groups dedicate mostly to agricultural activities.

Unfortunately, this area has been a target for drug trafficking and the population in general is not educated to care for this vulnerable environment. Hopefully this will change soon!