FLORA AND FAUNA OF GUANAJUATO: MOST OUTSTANDING SPECIES - BIOLOGY - 2025

The flora and fauna of Guanajuato is very rich thanks to the great biodiversity that this Mexican state has, since it has a variety of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Three well-defined climatic zones are distinguished in the state. In the highlands there is a semi-dry climate, in the middle and upper parts of the mountains there is a temperate climate, and in the valley areas the semi-warm one stands out.

Armadillo

The 5 most representative plants of Guanajuato

1- Zacatón

It is a herbaceous plant that grows in the grasslands of Guanajuato. Its harvest occurs throughout the year.

The fiber of the zacatón is elastic, very resistant and is used especially in brushes for horses and for floors.

2- Cazahuate

The hunter is a tree that varies between 5 to 9 meters in height. It has thin and dense branches, with a twisted trunk and brown bark.

It grows mainly in the scrublands of the state of Guanajuato. It blooms between October and April. Its medicinal uses include its use to help against hair loss and skin problems.

3- Pochote

It is a tree that reaches 70 meters in height, with a very thick trunk that can measure more than 3 meters in diameter.

It produces fruits of about 15 cm that contain seeds. These have 25% oil widely used to light lamps, make soaps and as a fertilizer.

It is also used medicinally. It has diuretic and antispasmodic properties. In addition, it helps reduce bleeding, diarrhea and bronchial congestion.

For the Mayans, the pochote was a sacred tree and was part of their legends of the creation of the world.

4- Guapilla

It is an edible plant of up to 60 cm in height to which several healing properties are attributed: it heals bronchitis, calms coughs and deflates the kidneys.

5- Three beards

It is a plant that grows in the grasslands of the state. It is of variable size and is distinguished by having very elongated slogans that end in 3 edges.

The 5 most representative animals of Guanajuato

1- Armadillos

These mammals are characterized by having a dorsal shell that serves as protection. They have a fairly long tail and short limbs. They are nocturnal and diggers.

2- Parrots

They are birds that have a characteristic curved beak. They live in warm, wooded areas.

They are good fliers and branch climbers thanks to their claws. In addition, they belong to the most intelligent group of birds.

3- Peccaries

Peccaries are animals that are commonly confused with the swine species, although they belong to a different family.

They have an omnivorous diet, which is predominantly vegetarian. They are medium-sized animals, since they usually measure between 90 and 130 cm long.

4- Buzzard

It is a scavenger but it also feeds on eggs and newborn animals. Their wings reach 1.67 meters extended.

Its plumage is black, although the neck and head are gray without feathers. Its beak is short and hooked. Has keen eyesight.

5- Bobcat

It is a carnivore mammal. Their behavior is very similar to that of other species of lynx. It is territorial and lonely.

It uses different methods to mark territorial limits, among these are claw marks and urine or feces depositions.

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