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The weaving of clothing and accessories with natural silk is carried out by the Morales-Iñiguez family enterprise, in the town of Quiringue, Chicaña parish, Yanzatza canton, Morona Santiago. The Association of Social Development ISMI has been dedicated to the sericulture or breeding of the silkworm for 30 years. They produce cocoons by means of a set of techniques, to later obtain the precious thread, with which they weave scarves, shawls, shawls, ponchos, wallets, jackets and all kinds of ties. The initiative began as a thesis project by Sergio Morales. When he died, his sister Matilde, with the support of the whole family, gave continuity to the company. Since she was 14 years old she has been involved in silk processing and weaving. In addition, nationally and abroad, she has received training in design, dyeing, loom weaving and spinning. Obtaining silk takes time. It begins with the cultivation of mulberry, a species of tree with abundant leaves that are the main food of the worm. After a few months, the cocoons are spun, de-gummed and dyed. Natural products are used for dyeing, such as cochineal (pink, lilac), annatto (grey), guabo (dark tones), purple cabbage (blue) or some types of leaves (green). The weaving is done on homemade looms. The Association of Social Development of Quiringue is considered the best enterprise in its segment of production, from Zamora Chinchipe and Ecuador.

In the Tuntiak neighborhood located 20 kilometers from the city of Zumbi, inhabited by natives of the Shuar ethnic group, is the Tuntiak Lagoon, a favorable place for fishing since it has a variety of species such as Tilapia, Carp, Bocachica, White , Catfish and others. This lagoon hides secret mysteries that, due to its tradition and expectations, have captivated locals and visitors who find sensations of mystery and fascination due to the magic of its perpetual, deep and always crystalline waters. Location The lagoon is located in the neighborhood of Tuntiak located 20 kilometers from the city of Zumbi. Flora The wooded area is rich in native species that indicate a high biodiversity, some of the species that have been identified are the following: Sangre de drago, guabo, chine, sauco, mortiño, sapodilla, guarumbo, balsa, barbasco, palo santo. There is also a great plant diversity of palms, vines, epiphytes, bromeliads, lichens, mosses, orchids, ferns, which gives rise to a dense and bushy vegetation with an enormous wealth of plant species. Fauna Among the representative fauna of this place we have Tilapia, Carp, Bocachica, Blancos, Catfish, toads, among others. In this lagoon you can also observe species such as lizards and small sea boas.

Region
amazonia
Province
Zamora Chinchipe
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