
Amazon Rainforest Emits Invisible Alarm
The Amazon rainforest is reportedly emitting an 'invisible alarm,' signaling critical environmental changes and concerns for its future.
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The Amazon rainforest is reportedly emitting an 'invisible alarm,' signaling critical environmental changes and concerns for its future.
Nicolás Lehmann, an Argentinian perfumer based in Portugal, has created a new fragrance inspired by the Amazon rainforest, aiming to evoke memories, emotions, and a connection with nature through its aromas.
Jeff Bezos reportedly asked his team to assist a rainforest charity that was prevented from using the term 'Amazon' in its Google Ads campaigns, despite its mission to save the Amazon rainforest.

New research has revealed the existence of an ancient civilization of millions of people hidden beneath the dense Amazon rainforest, challenging previous scientific beliefs about the region's past.

The area of forests affected by fires in the Amazon last year fell to its lowest level in 40 years. This data comes from an annual report by a Brazilian initiative, indicating a significant reduction in deforestation and fire incidents.

The Amazon rainforest experienced its lowest level of wildfires in decades last year, offering a glimmer of hope against climate change, but concerns are now growing over the potential impact of a Super El Niño.

A deep-seated, century-old rivalry over bull mascots, unrelated to sports or politics, has split a town in the Amazon rainforest.

Indigenous leader Raoni, known for advocating for the Amazon rainforest, is in intensive care following an operation in Brazil.

A new AI-powered museum in Los Angeles transports visitors to the Amazon rainforest through immersive sensory experiences, including sounds, scents, and vivid colors.

Scientists have discovered a new species of spider in the Ecuadorian Amazon rainforest that employs a unique form of camouflage, transforming its appearance to resemble a mushroom to remain invisible.

A court has ruled that Fordlandia, a ghost town created by Henry Ford 100 years ago deep in the Amazon rainforest, must be restored after being dramatically abandoned.

Deforestation in Brazil's Amazon rainforest has decreased to its lowest level since 2019, attributed to tougher environmental enforcement, despite continued significant forest loss.

Northern Peru, where the Andes meet the Amazon rainforest, is transitioning from a region known for coca cultivation for drug cartels to a hub for eco-tourism and highland hiking tours.

Researchers from Frankfurt and Potsdam warn that continued deforestation could lead to the collapse of the Amazon rainforest, even if global warming stays below two degrees Celsius.

A new film, "Vitória Régia," imagines a fictional 2025 Brazil where a far-right coup succeeded, leading to the destruction of the Amazon rainforest and threats to Indigenous peoples.

The escalating global demand for critical minerals, essential for manufacturing drones and electric cars, is leading to a new wave of criminal activity in the Amazon rainforest. This surge in demand intensifies threats to the region's environment and communities.
A new study published in "Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences" reveals that severe droughts in 2023 and 2024 have significantly weakened the Amazon rainforest, with experts issuing warnings about the threat to the region.

A film by Luis Llosa, initially dismissed by critics and ridiculed by audiences, has since achieved cult classic status, known for its tension, exotic setting in the Amazon rainforest, and notable cast.

Over half a million balsa hardwood trees are being illegally logged in the Amazon Rainforest annually to meet the global demand for wind turbine components, raising concerns about environmental impact.

Slovenian experts are participating in the processing of new data from the Biomass satellite, which is providing insights into the role of forests, particularly the Amazon rainforest, in the carbon cycle.

The Amazon rainforest has existed for at least 55 million years and produces 37% of the Earth's atmospheric oxygen, making it the planet's largest tropical rainforest.

Brazil's largest soy producers are reportedly relaxing their long-standing commitment to avoid sourcing products from deforested Amazon rainforest land, potentially giving a 'green light' to further deforestation.
An indigenous activist has come to Europe to speak about the deforestation of the Amazon rainforest, urging European leaders to acknowledge and address the environmental destruction that often goes unseen or ignored. The activist aims to raise awareness and advocate for stronger protective measures.
A new study utilizing LiDAR technology has revealed hundreds of hidden structures beneath the Amazon rainforest, suggesting that southwestern Amazonia was much more densely populated and transformed by humans centuries ago.

New LIDAR research in the Amazon rainforest has uncovered hundreds of earthworks, revealing the scale of a 2,500-year-old civilization.

Hundreds of hidden geometric earthworks, created by the ancient Aquiry civilization around 2000 years ago, have been discovered beneath the Amazon rainforest.

The Brazilian Amazon rainforest experienced significantly fewer fires last year, marking the lowest level since measurements began in 1985, according to monitoring by MapBiomas.

Brazil's Amazon rainforest received some relief after the 2024 fire disaster, which saw widespread blazes triggered by an unprecedented drought. However, the region now faces the looming threat of a 'super El Nino' event.
A new species of spider has been discovered in the Amazon rainforest that employs an unusual camouflage technique, mimicking a dead spider infected by a parasitic fungus to avoid predators and hunt insects.

Turkish artist Refik Anadol has opened Dataland, presented as the world's first museum dedicated to AI-generated art, in Los Angeles. The immersive experience transports visitors to the Amazon rainforest through sensory journeys, utilizing an AI model, sensors, and 1.5 billion pixels.

Farmers in Colombia view the country's knife-edge election as a critical battle for the future of the Amazon rainforest. Many small-scale landowners are integrating conservation measures with farming, but progress is precarious amid threats of guerrilla violence and poverty, regardless of the election outcome.

The upcoming Colombian presidential election between Ivan Cepeda and Abelardo de la Espriella is seen as a critical choice that could affect the future of the Amazon rainforest and fossil fuel policies.

Greenpeace reports that illegal miners continue to extract billions in gold from the Amazon rainforest, despite ongoing crackdowns by the Brazilian government. The illicit activity causes significant environmental damage and economic loss.

Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon rainforest saw a significant slowdown last year, attributed to President Lula da Silva's efforts to curb forest loss.
A new study published in "Nature" warns that the Amazon rainforest is rapidly approaching a critical tipping point due to the deepening climate crisis and ongoing deforestation, with potentially catastrophic global consequences.

Paul Rosolie, co-founder of JungleKeepers, is dedicated to protecting the Amazon rainforest from criminal networks, engaging in activities from land purchases to tracking illegal operations.

Evolving consumer habits in China are being examined for their potential role in protecting the Amazon rainforest, which currently loses vast acreage annually, primarily to cattle pasture.

Ecuador is pushing to increase its production of crude oil but faces a backlash from environmentalists and Indigenous groups.
Austrian documentary filmmaker Richard Ladkani's film "Yanuni – Die Stimme des Amazonas" portrays an indigenous activist fighting against the exploitation of the Amazon rainforest. The director discusses the dangerous film shoot.

Colombia's president has accused Ivan Mordisco, a leader of a dissident FARC faction, of corrupting the army, following reports that Mordisco recently fled into the Amazon rainforest.
Scientists have cracked the mystery behind 47-centimetre 'cicada towers' in the Amazon rainforest, discovering they function similarly to lungs, with research involving the use of condoms.

Slovenian experts from Ljubljana are participating in the processing of new data from the Biomass satellite, which aims to enhance understanding of forests' role in the carbon cycle within the Amazon rainforest.

Siekopai women on the Ecuador-Peru border are leading the resistance against the oil industry and other threats to protect the Amazon rainforest.

Brazil's Supreme Court is set to weigh cases that could significantly impact Indigenous land rights, soya farming, and environmental safeguards across the Amazon rainforest.

A listicle highlights seven of the Amazon rainforest's most dangerous animals, beyond just anacondas.

An incredible discovery has been made under the Amazon rainforest, revealing that an ancient civilization known as the Akwiri transformed the landscape between 600 BCE and 850 CE, making it look very different from its current pristine state.

A 'good news' column reports positive developments, including a reduction in wildfires in the Amazon rainforest and the successful hatching of Lesser Spotted Eagles.

Brazil's Amazon rainforest has seen a sharp decline in the size of the area burned in 2025. This reduction indicates a positive trend in efforts to combat deforestation and fires in the region.
Scientists have discovered a plastic-eating fungus in the Amazon rainforest that can survive without oxygen, potentially offering a future solution for global landfill waste.
A political shift in Colombia is raising new questions about the future of the Amazon rainforest. This change in leadership could have significant implications for environmental policies.

A rare scientific discovery in Ecuador's tropical forests has revealed a new spider species, Taczanowskia waska, which uses an unusual camouflage method by mimicking a mushroom to survive. This unique creature was found in the Amazon rainforest.

Cameras placed deep within the Amazon rainforest in Bolivia and Peru have captured images of an enigmatic feline-like animal, dubbed the 'ghost dog,' intriguing experts.

Colombia’s presidential runoff election between Iván Cepeda and Abelardo de la Espriella is expected to have significant implications for the Amazon rainforest and the country's fossil fuel development policies.

Brazil's government, under President Lula, is reviving plans to pave a controversial highway through the Amazon rainforest. The project faces renewed criticism from environmentalists concerned about deforestation and its impact on the ecosystem.

Deforestation in Brazil's Amazon rainforest has fallen to its lowest level since 2019, marking a significant reduction in forest destruction. This positive trend indicates progress in conservation efforts within the region.

Brazilian indigenous chief Raoni Metuktire, recognizable by his large labial plate, has been admitted to intensive care. The indigenous leader is known for traveling the world to advocate for the Amazon rainforest, meeting with presidents, monarchs, and popes.
A pledge from a meat association in Tianjin to purchase deforestation-free beef challenges the long-held belief among Brazilian farmers that China prioritizes only price, potentially offering a new avenue for Amazon rainforest protection.

A new study suggests that the Amazon rainforest could lose its ability to sustain itself across vast areas if deforestation reaches 22-28% combined with 1.5-1.9°C of global warming.

A study reveals that while tropical trees in the Amazon rainforest initially absorb more carbon under elevated carbon dioxide levels, this effect is significantly constrained by the scarcity of phosphorus in the soil.
At 17, Juliane Koepcke survived a plane crash, falling 3,000 meters into the Amazon rainforest, and then spent 11 days navigating the jungle before being found by fishermen.

The Fisher Stevens-produced Amazon Rainforest documentary 'We Are Guardians', executive produced by Leonardo DiCaprio, is set to expand its streaming availability across several platforms on April 22, coinciding with Earth Day.
Indigenous women are touring an oil field in Ecuador to raise awareness and protest against the proposed expansion of oil drilling in the Amazon rainforest.

Scientists have uncovered evidence of an ancient parrot trade in Peru, tracing centuries-old bird feathers found in a coastal tomb back to the Amazon rainforest.
In 2015, NASA-backed research led by Hongbin Yu revealed that millions of tons of Saharan dust cross the Atlantic each year, delivering vital phosphorus to the nutrient-poor Amazon rainforest. Satellite data showed this atmospheric link may replenish nutrients lost to rainfall, highlighting a vast intercontinental exchange that underscores how climate and ecosystems remain deeply interconnected.