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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.