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  1. Biodiversity and the Amazon Rainforest - Greenpeace

    May 22, 2020 · In the Amazon, species are threatened as human activity expands deeper into the rainforest. From August 2018 to July 2019, the Amazon lost over 3,800 sq. miles of forest — an area …

  2. Amazon Rainforest | Plants, Animals, Climate, & Deforestation

    Apr 8, 2026 · How many species does the Amazon Rainforest contain? The Amazon Rainforest is the world’s richest and most-varied biological reservoir, containing several million species of insects, …

  3. Amazon Rainforest biodiversity and conservation

    Feb 28, 2025 · Explore key facts about the Amazon Rainforest’s biodiversity, its role in climate, and why protecting it is vital for our planet’s future.

  4. The Amazon Rainforest | World Wildlife Fund

    The Amazon contains millions of species, most still undescribed, and some of the world's most unusual wildlife. It is one of Earth's last refuges for jaguars, harpy eagles, and pink river dolphins, and home …

  5. Understanding Biodiversity Loss in the Amazon Rainforest

    In this examination, we will delve into the causes, impacts, and potential solutions related to the degradation of biodiversity in the Amazon.

  6. About the Amazon | WWF

    Not only does the Amazon encompass the single largest remaining tropical rainforest in the world, it also houses at least 10% of the world’s known biodiversity, including endemic and endangered flora and …

  7. Why Is Biodiversity Important To The Amazon Rainforest?

    Biodiversity is one of the most vital elements of the Amazon rainforest, the largest tropical rainforest on the planet. This ecosystem supports an extraordinary variety of plant and animal life, making it an …

  8. Safeguarding biodiversity in the Amazon is key to the planet’s ...

    The Amazon rainforest is one of Earth’s most biodiverse ecosystems, home to a staggering variety of plant and animal species. Spanning across nine countries, the Amazon plays a crucial role in …

  9. A healthy Amazon rainforest absorbs a huge amount of carbon dioxide created around the world and pumps out clean oxygen for us to breathe. It plays a role in regulating the world’s climate. …

  10. Amazon Nature: Biodiversity, Ecosystems, and Global Impact

    Jun 23, 2025 · The Amazon is a megadiverse region, home to at least 10% of the world’s known biodiversity. This includes an estimated 16,000 tree species, totaling around 390 billion individual …