Flat-faced fruit-eating bat

Native to the far north of Argentina, the flat-faced fruit-eating bat is a nocturnal species that feeds almost entirely on fruit. They are 11cm (4.3in) long, weigh just 69g (2.4oz) and have faint white stripes on their short-snouted faces.

Geoffroy’s cat

Common across the entire region, the Geoffroy’s cat is similar in size to a domestic cat. Unlike other cats, Geoffroy’s cats stand on their hind legs to scan the area, using their tail for support. They are nocturnal and prey on hares, rodents, lizards and fish.

Dwarf armadillo

Also known as the pichi, the dwarf armadillo is native to Argentina and is the only armadillo to hibernate. It can be found in central and southern Argentina in the steppe grasslands, where it digs its burrows in the sandy soil.

Black and gold howler monkey

Found in the northeast, black and gold howler monkeys are known for their loud calls, which can be heard from 5km (3mi) away. They have a prehensile tail for gripping onto branches, which acts as an extra hand.

Yacare caiman

The yacare caiman is a small-to-medium sized crocodile at around 2-2.5m (6.6-8.2ft) in length. They are found in the northeast of Argentina and primarily feed on small fish, birds and reptiles of the Karoo Desert.

Macaroni penguin

These charismatic birds have a distinctive yellow crest and red eyes. Listed as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List, they can sometimes be seen at the very southern tip of Argentina, where they live in large colonies on offshore island.