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πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Silent extinction of prey may lead to the disappearance of the jaguar from the Atlantic Forest, study points out

A Brazilian study reveals that the diminishing availability of prey is linked to the declining population of jaguars in the Atlantic Forest, warning about their potential extinction in the region.

Mar 22 β€’ 11:12 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Meet Lumiar (RJ), an Atlantic Forest paradise with about 230 species of birds and breathtaking landscapes

Lumiar, a district in Nova Friburgo, Brazil, is highlighted as a vibrant retreat of the Atlantic Forest with significant biodiversity, particularly rich in bird species.

Mar 20 β€’ 14:41 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

The number of rivers in the Atlantic Forest with good water quality decreases, new survey shows

The number of rivers in the Atlantic Forest with good quality water has declined in 2025 compared to the previous year, primarily due to insufficient sanitation.

Mar 20 β€’ 02:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Foz do IguaΓ§u: 8 Nature Activities to Recharge Your Energy

Foz do IguaΓ§u features a variety of nature excursions that allow direct interaction with the Atlantic Forest and its attractions.

Mar 16 β€’ 20:25 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Hunger: the silent threat that could extinguish the jaguar in the Atlantic Forest

A recent study highlights that the decline of prey availability in the Atlantic Forest poses a significant threat to the survival of the jaguar.

Mar 16 β€’ 17:28 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A common tree could be silently changing the fate of the Atlantic forest: how the jackfruit alters forest soil, transforms leaf litter, and affects local species

A study has found that the invasive jackfruit tree is depleting soil and diminishing amphibian diversity in Brazil's Atlantic Forest.

Mar 16 β€’ 17:03 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Exhibition 'World of Wild Animals' Opens in Nova Friburgo Shopping Mall

An exhibition showcasing the wildlife of the Atlantic Forest opened in Nova Friburgo, Brazil, featuring over 40 taxidermied animals, and will be available to the public until April 3.

Mar 12 β€’ 14:50 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Oldest federal biological reserve in Brazil celebrates 52 years of environmental preservation

The PoΓ§o das Antas Biological Reserve in Brazil celebrates 52 years as the country's oldest reserve, recognized for its efforts in preserving the Atlantic Forest and endangered species.

Mar 11 β€’ 19:16 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

How the colors of butterflies are being 'erased' in the Atlantic Forest; understand

A study in Brazil reveals how monocultures of pine trees are leading to a decline in the vibrant colors of butterflies in the Atlantic Forest.

Mar 11 β€’ 13:13 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

The Bitter Side of the Jackfruit Tree: Invasive Tree Depletes Atlantic Forest Soil and Affects Frogs

In Brazil's Atlantic Forest, the invasive jackfruit tree threatens biodiversity by degrading soil quality and impacting the habitats of native frog species.

Mar 10 β€’ 02:55 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

MP recommends that the city not authorize the construction of a condominium that foresees the cutting of almost 900 trees in Barra da Tijuca

The Rio de Janeiro Public Ministry recommended that the city refrain from granting environmental licenses for a condominium project that threatens to cut down nearly 900 trees in an ecologically significant area.

Mar 9 β€’ 22:24 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Jacutinga, extinct in the Atlantic Forest of ES, RJ, and BA, may return to nature with conservation project

A conservation project is underway to reintroduce the jacutinga bird to areas in Brazil where it has been extinct for decades.

Mar 7 β€’ 07:01 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

New natural park inaugurated in Aricanduva, in the East Zone of SP

A new municipal natural park has been inaugurated in SΓ£o Paulo's East Zone, focusing on environmental preservation and biodiversity protection.

Mar 6 β€’ 16:04 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

The Hidden Side of the Jackfruit Tree: Invasive Tree Depletes the Soil of the Atlantic Forest and Affects Frogs

The presence of the jackfruit tree in Brazil's Atlantic Forest is adversely affecting soil quality and frog populations.

Mar 6 β€’ 08:03 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Decrease in prey increases extinction risk for jaguars in the Atlantic Forest

A decrease in the availability of prey is contributing to the extinction risk of jaguars in Brazil's Atlantic Forest.

Feb 27 β€’ 16:35 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Discovery of a new species of frog measuring 13 mm reinforces the claim for protection of mountains between PR and SC: 'Very unique and fragile environment'

Researchers have discovered a new 13.4 mm frog species, Brachycephalus lulai, in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil, highlighting the need to protect its unique mountain ecosystem.

Feb 23 β€’ 06:00 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The unexpected crop of the Atlantic Coast that sells for 100 euros a kilo in Europe

A forester in Argentina has cultivated a pine nut forest over 20 years, now exporting to Europe for a high price.

Feb 20 β€’ 06:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Purple that announces Lent: meet the tree that blooms before Easter and colors the streets in the interior of SP

The region of Itapetininga, SP, is adorned with the vibrant purple blooms of the quaresmeira trees, which flower in the lead-up to Easter.

Feb 18 β€’ 10:13 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
World

New 'zombie fungus' discovered in the Atlantic Forest of Rio de Janeiro

Scientists have identified a new species of 'zombie fungus' called Purpureocillium atlanticum during an expedition in a forest reserve in Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro.

Feb 2 β€’ 13:20 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

New zombie fungus discovered in the Atlantic Forest of Rio de Janeiro

Scientists have identified a new species of 'zombie fungus' named Purpureocillium atlanticum during an expedition in a forest reserve in Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro.

Feb 2 β€’ 11:55 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El Mundo
Life & Tech

The loss of biodiversity increases mosquitoes' appetite for humans

A new study indicates that biodiversity loss in the Atlantic Forest is driving mosquitoes to seek humans as their primary food source due to environmental degradation.

Jan 15 β€’ 08:01 UTC

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