The incident underscores the urgent need to safeguard Mashco Piro territory, according to Survival International. In a recent clash in the Peruvian Amazon, an uncontacted tribe has struck back at loggers with bows and arrows, as reported by a local Indigenous coalition. The news highlights a critical issue: the Peruvian government has failed to adequately protect Mashco Piro … [Read more...] about Uncontacted Tribe Attack Intruding Loggers With Arrows In The Peruvian Amazon
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Incredible View of the Majestic Amazon River From Space
Captured by the Copernicus Sentinel-1 mission on March 3, 2019, this breathtaking image showcases the Amazon River as it winds through one of the world’s most crucial ecosystems—the Amazon rainforest in South America. Credit: Contains modified Copernicus Sentinel data (2019), processed by ESA, CC BY-SA 3.0 IGO. In this captivating image, processed to highlight water bodies … [Read more...] about Incredible View of the Majestic Amazon River From Space
Exploring the Amazon from Above: Breathtaking Images of the World’s Largest River System Taken From the ISS
The world's largest river system, the Amazon, takes on a whole new perspective when viewed from the International Space Station (ISS). These amazing images, captured by astronaut Alexander Gerst, showcase the Amazon River and its tributaries in stunning detail. The Amazon, stretching over 4,000 miles (6,400 km) through South America, is a true giant. It not only holds the … [Read more...] about Exploring the Amazon from Above: Breathtaking Images of the World’s Largest River System Taken From the ISS
One Of World’s Biggest Snakes Found Dead In Amazon Just Weeks After Its Discovery
In a tragic turn of events, just weeks after its remarkable discovery, one of the world's largest snakes, a newfound species of giant anaconda, has been found lifeless in the heart of the Amazon rainforest. The somber news was relayed by Professor Freek Vonk via Instagram earlier this week, where he expressed his sorrow: "With enormous pain in my heart, I want to let you … [Read more...] about One Of World’s Biggest Snakes Found Dead In Amazon Just Weeks After Its Discovery
Where City Meets Jungle: Unveiling the Border Between Manaus and the Amazon Rainforest
Manaus, Brazil, holds a unique position. It's a bustling city, steeped in history and culture, yet nestled deep within the heart of the Amazon rainforest. This proximity begs the question: where exactly does the urban sprawl of Manaus end and the untamed wilderness of the Amazon begin? Unlike a clear-cut line on a map, the border between Manaus and the rainforest is more … [Read more...] about Where City Meets Jungle: Unveiling the Border Between Manaus and the Amazon Rainforest