COP15 on Migratory Species Begins This Monday (23); See Whatβs at Stake
Brazil is hosting the COP15 conference focused on the protection of migratory wildlife, where it will lead global negotiations for the next three years.
New protected area and expansion of conservation and protection: understand the decrees signed by Lula at COP15 in MS
President Luiz InΓ‘cio Lula da Silva announced an expansion of protected areas in the Pantanal and the creation of a new conservation unit in the Cerrado during the COP15 conference in Brazil.
Lula highlights the importance of the Pantanal at the opening of COP15 in MS
Brazilian President Lula da Silva emphasizes the significance of the Pantanal region during the opening of the COP15, focusing on biodiversity protection and environmental agreements.
Lula announces expansion of protected areas in the Pantanal at UN summit
President Lula has announced the expansion of conservation areas in the Pantanal during the opening of the UN COP15 summit.
Fight over food causes brawl between jaguars in the Pantanal of MS
Tourists captured video footage of two jaguars fighting over a carcass in the Pantanal region of Brazil.
Pantanal hosts UN summit on migratory species amid rising global threats
The Pantanal region in Brazil is hosting the UN COP15 summit to discuss the preservation of migratory species and their habitats.
Residents protest the non-receipt of land regularization titles and block traffic in Aracaju
Residents of the Pantanal community in Aracaju protested due to discrepancies in receiving land regularization titles from the municipality, resulting in traffic disruptions.
Jaguar, rare birds and bats: the animals of the Pantanal at COP15
The COP15 conference in Brazil is focusing on the protection of migratory species, highlighting several endangered animals from the Pantanal region.
MT Court upholds conviction of cattle rancher for environmental crimes in embargoed area of the Pantanal
The Mato Grosso Court of Justice upheld the conviction of cattle rancher Claudecy Oliveira Lemes for environmental crimes, including maintaining livestock on an embargoed area in the Pantanal.
World's largest freshwater aquarium reproduces 100 aquatic species in a controlled environment; see video
The Bioparque Pantanal in Campo Grande has achieved a historic milestone in aquatic species conservation by reproducing 100 different species in a controlled setting, making it the largest live genetic bank of freshwater organisms in the world.
Beauty and history: stunning scene of horses crossing flooded area highlights Pantanal tradition
Photographer Luiz Felipe Mendes captures an extraordinary image of Pantanal horses traversing flooded terrain, symbolizing the deep connection to nature.
Fishermen report lack of drinking water for consumption in communities in the Pantanal of MT
Fishermen in the Pantanal region of Mato Grosso, Brazil, have long faced difficulties accessing potable water for consumption, according to a local community representative.
Video captures fight between jaguars in tree that ends in river in Pantanal
A confrontation among jaguars belonging to the same family escalated from a tree to a river in the Pantanal region of Brazil.
Bus company is sentenced to pay R$ 10,000 to a passenger who was pinned and dragged in CuiabΓ‘
A bus company was ordered to pay R$ 10,000 to a passenger who was injured after being caught and dragged by the bus while trying to board in CuiabΓ‘.
Humorist Diogo Defante travels to Pantanal and enjoys lambadΓ£o in MT
Comedian Diogo Defante captivates locals in CuiabΓ‘ by dancing to traditional LambadΓ£o music during a live band performance.
VIDEO: Encounter between generations of jaguars turns into a fight in a tree in the Pantanal
A family encounter between different generations of jaguars in the Pantanal ended in a tree fight, showcasing their social interactions and territorial behaviors.
Driver who died in crash with bus during fishing trip in Pantanal is buried in the interior of SP
Claudinei Postigo, who died in a collision while traveling for a fishing trip in Pantanal, was buried in his hometown in SΓ£o Paulo.
'Blue Macaw Tree': Photographer captures rare scene in the Pantanal of MS
Photographer Luiz Felipe Mendes captured a rare scene of over 30 blue macaws gathering on a single tree in Pantanal, Brazil.
MP investigates fire that destroyed more than 20 hectares of vegetation in the Pantanal of MS
The Public Ministry of Mato Grosso do Sul is investigating a fire that burned over 20 hectares of native vegetation in a permanent preservation area in Brazilβs Pantanal region.
Teacher dies after being attacked by a swarm of bees in the Pantanal of MT
Suliana Aparecida Apoittia, a 42-year-old teacher and cattle rancher, died after being attacked by bees in Mato Grosso's Pantanal region.
Video recorded by fisherman shows dead fish in the Paraguay River after flooding delays in MT
A video shows numerous dead fish floating in the Paraguay River, as experts explain it is due to a natural process exacerbated by delayed flooding.
Concessionaire Almost Doubles Revenue While Users Demand Improvements on BR-163
The concessionaire operating BR-163 reported a significant revenue increase, sparking calls from road users for infrastructure improvements.
JosΓ© Dumont, arrested for rape, had roles in the soap operas 'Pantanal' and 'AmΓ©rica'
Actor JosΓ© Dumont was arrested for the crime of vulnerable rape in Rio de Janeiro and has been sentenced to over nine years in prison.
'I had never seen': residents report emotion at seeing a jaguar during fishing in the Pantanal
A family fishing in the Pantanal experienced the rare thrill of spotting a jaguar in its natural habitat along the Paraguay River.
VIDEO: giant anaconda causes commotion during rescue, attracts onlookers and mobilizes firefighters in CorumbΓ‘
Firefighters in CorumbΓ‘ captured a large yellow anaconda after it caused a stir in the neighborhood, attracting crowds and raising safety concerns.
Why did the jaguar give up? Biologist analyzes video of attack on anteater in the Pantanal
A jaguar's surprising retreat in a video depicting its attempted attack on an anteater highlights the complexities of predator-prey dynamics in the wild.
'Rarest encounter': video shows confrontation between giant anteater and jaguar in the Pantanal of MT
A rare confrontation between a jaguar and a giant anteater was captured on video in the Pantanal region of Brazil.
A litter of caimans appears on a road in the Pantanal and the video impresses
A video capturing hundreds of Pantanal caiman hatchlings by a roadside has gone viral, showcasing a rare natural phenomenon in Brazil's Pantanal region.
Pequena LΓ΄ touches snake skin during visit to the world's largest freshwater aquarium
Influencer Pequena LΓ΄ visits the world's largest freshwater aquarium, Bioparque Pantanal, where she interacts with various species including touching the skin of a snake.
Flora, the cateto that could not live in nature and gained a new home in an aquarium
Flora, a cateto female, was relocated to the world's largest freshwater aquarium due to her inability to survive in the wild after being raised by humans.
VIDEO: photographer captures a pantaneira caravan revealing Pantanal culture in MS
Photographer Luiz Felipe Mendes documented a traditional pantaneira caravan featuring 1,500 animals, led by a local custodian of Pantanal culture in CorumbΓ‘, Brazil.
Snakes are released and 'take a stroll' through the world's largest freshwater aquarium; watch the video
Two snakes, a snow python named Capitu and a boa named Rachel Carson, were recently allowed to explore the Bioparque Pantanal in Brazil as part of their care routine to ensure their well-being.
Two cities in Mato Grosso enter the ranking of the 50 most sought-after destinations in Brazil
CuiabΓ‘ and Chapada dos GuimarΓ£es have been named among the 50 most sought-after tourist destinations in Brazil according to a recent survey.
In the rain and anticipation, check out the meeting with the largest feline in the Americas
A team embarks on an adventure in the Pantanal to observe the elusive jaguar in its natural habitat.
'Only in the Pantanal': driver encounters jaguars during trip on BR-262
A Brazilian driver encountered two jaguars on the side of the BR-262 highway, capturing the rare moment on video.
Photographer experiences a magical moment filming the largest eagle in the world, nearly extinct, in the Pantanal
A biologist captures an emotional moment when spotting a Harpy Eagle, considered the largest eagle on the planet, in Brazil's Pantanal.
The end of the waters? Pantanal suffers the greatest change in 40 years and may change its landscape
The Pantanal biome in Brazil has experienced significant changes over the past 40 years, with rising temperatures and decreased rainfall threatening its ecosystem.
Bus company is ordered to pay R$ 35,000 to passenger who fractured spine after accident in CuiabΓ‘
A bus company in CuiabΓ‘ has been ordered to pay R$ 35,000 in damages to a passenger who suffered a spinal fracture in an accident.
Tree falls during storm and leaves tourists stranded at Morro do Paxixi, in the Pantanal
A storm in Brazil caused a tree to fall, blocking access to a popular tourist spot and temporarily stranding visitors in the Pantanal region.
Costume score of 10: at the Carnival of the animal kingdom, capybara steals the show in Pantanal
A capybara in Brazil's Pantanal made headlines for its unique appearance at Carnival, covered in aquatic plants, showcasing a sustainable costume.
Reveler becomes 'Old Man of the Capibaribe River' and showcases 'hairy leg' from the film The Secret Agent
A reveler at the Galo da Madrugada festival in Recife dressed up as the 'Old Man of the Capibaribe River' while paying tribute to the film 'The Secret Agent' at the event.
Ultrasound on alligator? Biopark performs complete check-up on animals in MS
Ten Pantanal alligators at the Biopark Pantanal underwent routine health check-ups to ensure their well-being.
Amazon has lowest deforestation alert in Deter series; Pantanal rises 45%
Deforestation alerts in the Amazon have decreased by 35.4% compared to the previous year, marking the lowest in historical records, while the Pantanal saw a 45.5% increase in alerts.
Rare otter from Pantanal: meet the carnivorous mammal that stands out in nature photography award
A rare light-colored otter was photographed while feeding on a fish in the Pantanal and is competing for the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Peopleβs Choice Award 2026.
In the midst of the forest and under rain, biologist has rare encounter with the largest eagle on the planet in Pantanal
A biologist captured rare footage of the harpy eagle, the largest raptor in the Americas, during a monitoring expedition in the Pantanal of Mato Grosso do Sul.
Sailor electrocuted during cleaning of hotel boat in Pantanal
Sailor Icles Silva Fernandes, 53, was electrocuted while cleaning a hotel boat in Pantanal, leaving behind a wife and three children.
Farm in the Pantanal under investigation for suspected deforestation without environmental license
The Public Ministry of Mato Grosso do Sul has launched an investigation into potential illegal deforestation on a farm in the Pantanal region of CorumbΓ‘, following information from Ibama.
Rare otter in the Pantanal, flamingos on power towers, and supergroup of dolphins; see images from nature photography award
A rare light-colored otter feeding on a fish in the Pantanal, a supergroup of dolphins in action at sea, and flamingos flying among power towers are among the images competing for the 2026 Wildlife Photographer of the Year People's Choice Award.
Health agents from Santa Rita and BrasilΓ’ndia receive training in sanitation
This week, Ambiental MS Pantanal, in partnership with Sanesul, conducted training for Community Health Agents and vector control agents focusing on proper sanitation practices in Santa Rita do Pardo and BrasilΓ’ndia, Mato Grosso do Sul.
Man dies after electric shock while connecting water pump in Pantanal river
A 53-year-old man died from an electric shock while attempting to connect a water pump near the Miranda River in the Pantanal region of Brazil.