Yana Cocha is a wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre located in Ecuador, near the city of Puyo in the Amazon rainforest. The centre is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation of wild animals, particularly those affected by illegal trafficking, habitat destruction, and human-wildlife conflict.

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Key Aspects of Yana Cocha:

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1. Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation – The centre takes in animals that have been confiscated from illegal trade or injured in the wild, providing medical care and a safe environment.

2. Conservation & Protection – It works to protect Ecuador’s Amazonian biodiversity by rehabilitating animals and, when possible, reintroducing them into the wild.

3. Education & Awareness – Yana Cocha offers educational programmes to teach visitors and local communities about wildlife conservation and environmental responsibility.

4. Volunteer & Research Opportunities – The centre welcomes international volunteers and researchers who assist with animal care, habitat maintenance, and conservation projects.

5. Biodiversity Focus – The centre is home to a variety of species, including monkeys, birds, reptiles, and other Amazonian wildlife that have been rescued from illegal captivity.

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