Ecuador, in South America ... With the country being comprised of the Andes mountains, Galapagos Islands and an array of active volcanoes, there’s no shortage of natural wonders to admire.

The view outside from this eco-hotel in northern Ecuador reveals vast hillsides still scarred by fires. In late January 2024, large flames roared past the wooden cabins that make up the Polylepis ...

In the mountains of Ecuador, a new species of eight-eyed tarantula known as the “Satan tarantula” was discovered, and a team of scientists are trying to learn more about this elusive creature ...