Beyond its historical significance, Machu Picchu houses a diverse range of species. Among them are the Andean fox, puma, vizcacha, spectacled bear, and white-tailed deer. The sanctuary is also habitat for more than 420 bird species, notably the cock-of-the-rock and the Andean condor. The surrounding environment features a variety of tree species such as alder, white cedar, husk, and laurel.
beyond its historical significance machu picchu houses a diverse range of species among them are the andean fox puma vizcacha spectacled bear and white-tailed deer the sanctuary is also habitat for more than 420 bird species notably the cock-of-the-rock and the andean condor the surrounding environment features a variety of tree species such as alder white cedar husk and laurel