Thousands of years ago, the apocalypse took place in La Payunia. The ground shivered and broke when the red lava hit the roof. 800 volcanic cones remain today as a scar from these eruptions. Yet, biodiversity is now thriving. Indeed, La Payunia Reserve is home to one of the largest populations of remaining guanacos (lama guanicoe) of Argentina.

But guanacos and other species are unfortunately under threat because of irresponsible crude oil exploitation and cattle farmers. More than 400 oils wells and many cattle fields are stopping their vital migration. The rangers have a solution: to protect biological corridors.

Along the Andean Cordillera, the community of Andalgalá is left with a scarcity of drinkable water. Clean air is becoming limited. While living above mountains of gold and silver, residents are severely disadvantaged.

Since more than a decade, Andalgalá is home to one of the largest open pit mines in the world. While the mining rush attracts more multinational companies, resistance is becoming stronger. The destiny of Andalgalá and glaciers are indeed intertwined.