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Rock art is earliest evidence of humans in western Amazonia, scientists say

The celebs start the race, but some want to just have fun while others want to win!

The Amazon start and the Andes finish line as the series takes South America

Discover how solar-powered boats are transforming transportation in Ecuador's Amazon rainforest, benefiting indigenous communities and promoting sustainabi...

The Amazon rainforest contains almost two years of global carbon emissions, but is under threat as a carbon sink, according to a new study

With the announcement by the US of a new initiative to counter the illicit financing of environment crime in the Amazon, there are signs the issue is finally an international priority. US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen launched the Amazon Regional Initiative Against Illicit Finance last month with the stated aim…

At least one person injured after clash with the reclusive Mashco Piro as pressure rises for government intervention

Habitat loss increased on country’s biodiverse savanna, according to new data

Learn about the recent decrease in Amazon deforestation and challenges faced by the Cerrado savannah. Discover the importance of conservation efforts for g...

The amount of deforestation in Brazil’s Amazon went down by nearly half in the last year, according to government satellite data released Wednesday

Recent clash between Mashco Piro tribe and loggers in Peru's Amazon region highlights the need for government intervention to protect Indigenous rights and...