I think it has just recently hit me that I am on the final leg of my semester in Ecuador, finally in the independent study the supposed highlight of this program. Only 5 or so more weeks 'til my plane lands in Atlanta!
Buenaventura is a reserve located in the province of El Oro in the far south of Ecuador. So far I have been trying to become acquainted with the area, the park ranger(s) and well, the mosquitoes. I was considering taking a picture of my legs to put on this blog, but I'm afraid it might give someone nightmares. Needless to say, the mosquitoes (and other biting insects) took a quick liking to me here - not exactly the warm welcome I was hoping for.
On the upside, there are about 13 different species of hummingbirds that feed on 6 feeders right on the porch of our lodge, which provide an exciting amount of chaos during daylight hours. Agoutis, other birds, frogs, toads, and butterflies frequent the back door of the lodge. The next three weeks here will be full of new experiences and probably a few thousand more bug bites!
Maggie, if you wear panty hose or coat yourself in sulfur it makes it harder for them to bite you:)....helpful hints. betsy
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