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Ecuador · Morona Santiago · Santiago| Common Animals Fish Mushrooms Flora |
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Melanosuchus niger |
July: Young caimans begin exploring the surroundings of the water body and learning to navigate hunting grounds.
Dangerous predator. Attacks humans in South America. One of the largest predators of Amazon wetlands. Used by local communities for meat and leather.
Distinguished by black coloration and massive body. Prefers slow waters with dense vegetation. Feeds on fish, turtles, and mammals.
Night hunting using spotlights Catching from boat with harpoon or net Careful approach due to aggressive behavior
Inhabits swamps and slow rivers of the Amazon. Mostly active at night. Requires utmost caution during hunting.
Thick and tough skin requires special tools. Meat is valued for tender taste and nutrition. Meat should be cooled quickly after processing. Meat is edible but rarely consumed.
Fillet: Frying, braising
Back: Grilling, smoking
Back: Grilling, smoking
Fried Black Caiman Fillet (Frying)
Tender meat with slight sweet flavor
Tender meat with slight sweet flavor
1. Cut fillet into portions.
2. Marinate with garlic and pepper.
3. Fry in pan until golden brown.
2. Marinate with garlic and pepper.
3. Fry in pan until golden brown.
Grilled Black Caiman Back (Grilling)
Smoky aroma and rich flavor
Smoky aroma and rich flavor
1. Marinate meat with lemon and spices.
2. Grill for 20 minutes.
3. Serve with vegetables and chili sauce.
2. Grill for 20 minutes.
3. Serve with vegetables and chili sauce.