Photos and text by RANJAN RAMCHANDANI

The cloud forest of Mindo is nestled in the Ecuadorian Andes, and is a mesmerising ecological wonder. Its lush vegetation, shrouded in mist, teems with biodiversity and boasts an array of flora and fauna found nowhere else on earth. Towering trees draped in moss create a mystical ambiance, while vibrant orchids add a splash of color at times. The forest is a sanctuary for countless species including a large variety of birds. This is a bird watchers' paradise.

 
 

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