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National & Local

COP15 on Migratory Species Begins This Monday (23); See What’s 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.

Mar 23 β€’ 03:01 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Mar 23 β€’ 00:13 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Mar 22 β€’ 23:22 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Mar 22 β€’ 22:21 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Mar 22 β€’ 21:48 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Mar 22 β€’ 02:00 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Mar 20 β€’ 22:55 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Mar 19 β€’ 08:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

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.

Mar 18 β€’ 13:10 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Mar 18 β€’ 11:00 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Mar 18 β€’ 10:00 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Mar 18 β€’ 01:39 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Mar 15 β€’ 14:42 UTC
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National & Local

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‘.

Mar 14 β€’ 22:12 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Mar 14 β€’ 14:57 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Mar 13 β€’ 10:19 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Mar 12 β€’ 17:15 UTC
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National & Local

'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.

Mar 11 β€’ 18:32 UTC
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National & Local

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 Brazil’s Pantanal region.

Mar 11 β€’ 16:03 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Mar 8 β€’ 14:56 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Mar 7 β€’ 22:05 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Mar 5 β€’ 16:34 UTC
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Crime & Justice

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.

Mar 4 β€’ 15:36 UTC
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National & Local

'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.

Mar 2 β€’ 17:23 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 27 β€’ 19:33 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 27 β€’ 17:48 UTC
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National & Local

'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.

Feb 27 β€’ 12:28 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 27 β€’ 08:00 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 25 β€’ 23:52 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 24 β€’ 20:13 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 23 β€’ 23:04 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 21 β€’ 21:27 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 20 β€’ 19:11 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 20 β€’ 17:26 UTC
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National & Local

'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.

Feb 20 β€’ 16:43 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 19 β€’ 19:46 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 19 β€’ 19:02 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 19 β€’ 17:19 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 18 β€’ 15:29 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 16 β€’ 19:44 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 14 β€’ 15:15 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 13 β€’ 19:35 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 12 β€’ 14:47 UTC
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National & Local

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 People’s Choice Award 2026.

Feb 8 β€’ 14:00 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 5 β€’ 09:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

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.

Feb 4 β€’ 13:54 UTC
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Crime & Justice

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.

Feb 4 β€’ 11:46 UTC
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Life & Tech

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.

Feb 4 β€’ 03:01 UTC
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National & Local

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.

Feb 3 β€’ 21:31 UTC
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Crime & Justice

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.

Feb 3 β€’ 18:56 UTC

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