Ecuador's official name in Spanish is "República del Ecuador," which translates to "Republic of the Equator."

Ecuador is bordered by Colombia on the north, Peru on the east and south, and the Pacific Ocean to the west.

Spanish is the official language, although 13 Amerindian languages are also recognized.

Ecuador's biodiversity is world-renowned; including the Galapagos islands.

Most Ecuadorians who immigrated to the United States did so after 1960.

Notable Ecuadorians include superstar vocalist Christina Aguilera!

Happy Latinx Heritage month, Ecuadorians!