Brazil is a country of incredible natural beauty and biodiversity, with vast stretches of Amazon rainforest, diverse ecosystems, and unique wildlife. However, this richness is threatened by habitat destruction, deforestation, and other human activities, leading to a high number of endangered species. According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) , Brazil has over 670 endangered species, including mammals, birds, reptiles, and plants.
The Ararinha Azul, or Spix's Macaw, is native to the dry, scrubby Caatinga forests of Brazil.Unfortunately, the Ararinha Azul is critically endangered and possibly extinct in the wild due to habitat loss, trapping for the pet trade, and other factors.
The Ariranha,also known as the giant river otter, is a semi-aquatic mammal found in the Amazon basin of South America.They are known to hunt in groups and have been observed using coordinated strategies to catch larger prey.
The Lobo-Guará, or maned wolf, is a large canid found in the grasslands and savannas of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Bolivia. Lobo-Guará are important seed dispersers in their habitat, as they consume a variety of fruits and disperse the seeds through their feces.
The Mico-Leão-Dourado or golden lion tamarin, is a small primate species found in the Atlantic coastal forests of Brazil. They are known for their striking golden-orange fur and distinctive manes.
The Onça-Pintada, or jaguar, is a large predatory cat found in Central and South America.Onça-Pintada are apex predators and feed on a variety of prey, including deer, capybara, and smaller mammals like rodents.
The Pica-Pau-Amarelo, or yellow-fronted woodpecker, is a bird species found in South America, including Brazil, Bolivia, and Paraguay. Pica-Pau-Amarelo are easily recognized by their striking yellow and black plumage and distinctive drumming sound.
The Sapo-folha, or leaf frog, is a species of frog found in the rainforests of Central and South America. Sapo-Folha are an important part of their ecosystem, helping to control insect populations and serving as prey for larger predators like snakes and birds.
The Tamanduá-Bandeira, or giant anteater, is a large mammal found in Central and South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay. They are known for their long snouts and sticky tongues, which they use to capture their prey.
The Tartaruga-Oliva, or olive ridley sea turtle, is a species of sea turtle found in tropical and subtropical waters around the world, including the coasts of Brazil. They are named for their distinctive olive-colored carapace, or upper shell.
The Tatu-Bola, or Brazilian three-banded armadillo, is a small armadillo species found in the Caatinga and Cerrado regions of Brazil. They are known for their ability to roll themselves up into a ball for protection