Spanish 2 is learning about the culture of Peru. They created the male Tunki bird also known as the Cock of the Rocks. He is the national bird of Peru. These birds live throughout the cloud-forest in the Andes mountain range. They are a protected species in Peru so hunting or selling them is illegal.
Spanish 3 is learning about Colombia and Bolivia. The Andean condor is a national symbol of Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuelan Andes states. The Andean condor is the national bird of Bolivia, Chile, Colombia and Ecuador.
The Andean condor is a large black vulture with a nearly featherless head and neck. The Andean condor is the largest flying bird in South America. Its wingspan can range from 8ft. 10 inch to 10ft. 6 inch. Their lifespan is around 50 years in the wild.
Spanish 1 is learning about the culture of Puerto Rico. There is a special Carnaval festival celebrated in Ponce, Puerto Rico. During this festival in February people dress up in clown like costumes and wear crazy masks created with multiple horns. This costume is called a " Vejigante" .