Páramo de Guerrero, Highland ecosystem in Cundinamarca, Colombia.
Páramo de Guerrero is a highland ecosystem in Cundinamarca's mountains, located around 2,875 meters (9,400 feet) above sea level. The landscape consists of moorland with specialized vegetation, grasses, and scattered low shrubs across rolling terrain.
This highland formed through natural geological processes and remained relatively unchanged until the 1960s, when cattle ranching expanded significantly. The increase in farming activities transformed the landscape and affected how water moves through the soil.
Local communities have farmed this highland for generations, relying on agriculture and animal husbandry as their main way of life. Daily work here follows the rhythm of seasons and water flow from the high elevations.
Visitors should prepare for cold and wet weather with warm waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear. The moorland terrain is often muddy and slippery, so careful walking and good grip shoes are essential for safety.
Plants in this moorland capture water from fog and mist, storing it deep in the soil for slow release during drier periods. This natural water storage system provides a steady supply to lower elevations throughout the year.
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