Quechua (geography)

Quechua (geography)

Quechua is one of the eight Natural Regions of Peru. It is located between the 2 300 and 3 500 m above the sea level. It is composed by big valleys that are divided by rivers. These rivers are kept thanks to the estival rains.

Its flora includes Andean alder, gongapa, and arracacha. People who live in this region, cultivate corn, squash, passionfruit, papaya, wheat, and peach.

Notable fauna include birds like the "chihuanco" or white-necked thrush.


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