Studies led to the discovery of a species of tapir still unknown to science, but that was already identified by riparian and indigenous.
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Real-hawks are followed by satellite in the Amazon
Harpy back to nature with radio transmission equipment help researchers to better understand the habits of the species.
Chico Mendes was declared patron of the environment in Brazil
President today signed law that honors rubber tapper leader, assassinated 25 years ago in retaliation for his work on behalf of the forest.
Senate approves agreement with France to combat illegal mining
Plenary agreed to a proposal that will combat the illegal mining in a range of 150 km between the border of Brazil and French Guiana.
Exploitation of oil and gas in the Peruvian Amazon worries UN
Special Rapporteur on the right of indigenous peoples was in the country and recommends the government to listen to the indigenous before exploring their lands.
Amazon: clouds make it harder to detect deforestation
In November, the rainy season, cloud cover reduces the ability to use satellites to monitor deforestation.
Munduruku indigenous go to Brasilia against power plants in the Tapajós
Group of chiefs and warriors protested, went to the Chamber of Deputies and asked for a audience in Funai to demarcate lands.
Ecuador shuts NGO contrary to oil exploitation
Ecuadorian government ordered the summary dissolution of the Pachamama Foundation, accused of causing violence and endangering national security.
Maranhão: the attack against Gurupi Biological Reserve and land of Awa Guajá
The last biome areas in the state are under intense pressure from deforestation, land grabbing and cattle. The Maranhão Amazon may disappear.
A large laboratory under threat of urban growth
Researchers alert to the risk of reserve used for research on Amazon to be isolated by the growth of the city of Manaus.