Animals:
* Mammals:
* Large Mammals: Llamas, alpacas, vicuñas, guanacos, pumas, jaguars, Andean bears, tapirs, ocelots, mountain vizcachas, chinchillas, and giant armadillos.
* Smaller Mammals: Maras, agoutis, capybaras, Andean foxes, and many bat species.
* Birds:
* Birds of Prey: Andean condors, caracaras, hawks, and owls.
* Other Birds: Hummingbirds (over 100 species), tanagers, finches, Andean geese, flamingos, and many migratory birds.
* Reptiles: Lizards, snakes (including the Andean rattlesnake), and turtles.
* Amphibians: Frogs and salamanders.
* Fish: Trout, char, and other freshwater species.
* Insects: Beetles, butterflies, moths, ants, and many others.
Plants:
* Forests: The Andes contain a variety of forests, including cloud forests, montane forests, and dry forests.
* Trees: The most common trees in the Andes are the Polylepis (a genus of trees that are found at high altitudes), Queuña, Aliso (alder), and Eucalipto (eucalyptus, introduced).
* Flowers: The Andes are famous for their vibrant wildflowers, including orchids, bromeliads, azaleas, and many others.
* Grasses: The high-altitude grasslands, called páramos, are home to unique grasses, such as ichu grass.
* Shrubs: Baccharis, Lupinus, and many other shrubs grow in the Andes.
* Cacti: Several species of cacti, including Opuntia, are found in the drier parts of the Andes.
Important Note: The specific animals and plants found in the Andes vary greatly depending on the altitude, latitude, and local climate.
To learn more about specific areas within the Andes and the wildlife they contain, you can search for information on:
* The different biogeographic regions of the Andes (e.g., the Yungas, the páramo, the Puna)
* Specific national parks and protected areas within the Andes (e.g., Manu National Park, Cotopaxi National Park, Parque Nacional Huascarán)
Remember, the Andes are a vast and diverse region, and there is still much to be discovered about its incredible biodiversity.