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The severe drought affecting the Amazon is producing a human and environmental tragedy in the region, with the marginalised suffering the most
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The population of pink dolphins in the Mamirauá Sustainable Development Reserve, fell by 65 per cent between 1994 and 2016; dolphins are a good indicator of the degree of conservation of habitat
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Down To Earth speaks to Idaho-based author of 2011 book on the first voyage to navigate the Amazon river in 1542
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Drought conditions have previously been cited as a potential factor in increased alligator attacks on humans
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International support is urgently needed to strengthen national efforts to increase conservation of biodiversity and ecosystems, for large-scale ecological restauration and to promote a sustainable development for the Amazon region
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Down To Earth speaks to social scientist Aline Carrara on what the drought in the Amazon means for for humanity’s future
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