ecosystems

Ramree Island: the mangrove paradise in Myanmar

The **biodiversity of Ramree Island** is one of its most outstanding features. Its paradise of **mangroves** is home to a wide variety of species, from saltwater crocodiles (https://noticiasambientales.com/animales/dia-mundial-de-las-aves-migratorias/) that find a safe haven on the island during their long...

The 13 invasive species most concerning the Caribbean.

The magazine *One Health* identified the **13 most worrying invasive exotic species (EES) in the pet and aquarium trade** in seven (https://noticiasambientales.com/compromiso-ambiental/casas-sostenibles-en-el-caribe-barro-pasto-plastico-y-vidrio/). This analysis, which for the first time assessed the invasive capacity and the environmental, public health, and...

Brazil is home to the world’s greatest biodiversity of monkeys.

Brazil, known for its lush Amazon rainforest and vast ecosystems, is home to the greatest biodiversity of monkeys on the planet. This South American country boasts an impressive variety of primates, ranging from small marmosets to imposing howler monkeys,...

24% of freshwater fauna species are threatened with extinction

IUCN research warns of serious threat to freshwater fauna The largest international research conducted by the IUCN, published in the journal Nature, warns that 24% of freshwater fauna species are endangered. In ecosystems such as rivers and lakes, where 23,000...

Where is the oldest forest on the planet located?

In an unexpected corner of the southwest of England, a group of researchers has discovered the oldest known fossilized forest, with an age of 390 million years. This finding in the coastal sandstone cliffs reveals primitive ecosystems that dominated the...

The clearest river on the planet is in Latin America.

Latin America is home to unique natural wonders, including the most transparent river on the planet, which stands out for its beauty. Located in the Bonito region, in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil, the Sucuri River is...

The proboscis monkey is the guardian protecting the mangroves of Borneo.

The proboscis monkey, endemic to Borneo, the third largest island in the world located in southeast Asia, is one of the most emblematic species of biodiversity in this region. The vast tropical rainforests, swamps, and riparian forests of Borneo...

The striking lifestyle of elephants

Elephants, those majestic terrestrial giants, have captivated scientists and enthusiasts alike due to their biological complexity, their crucial role in the ecosystems they inhabit, and their way of life. Their highly developed social behavior and intricate communication reflect a social...

What is ’empty forest syndrome’ and why is it alarming

At first glance, the forests may appear intact with lush trees and moist soils. However, a concerning phenomenon, known as the "empty forest syndrome" or "silent forest," describes the massive loss of fauna, even though the ecosystem appears structurally...

Natural Reserve in Casanare: Protecting the ecosystem through tourism and carbon credits

Three livestock ranches in San Luis de Palenque, Casanare, joined forces in 2016 to create the El Encanto de Guanapalo Natural Reserve (Colombia) seeking the protection of the ecosystem. Hato Mata de Palma, Hato Altamira, and Hato Montana cover more...

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A drone captured a pod of dolphins in California: there are more than 1500

A drone captured images of a herd of dolphins in California, swimming in Carmel Bay. What was most surprising...