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'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3><strong>The Amazon is the largest tropical forest system on the planet and one of the<\/strong><br \/><strong>most important ecosystems on Earth.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Spanning approximately 6.7 million km2, this vast region covers much of the Amazon Basin and extends across nine South American countries, with Brazil accounting for about 60% of the entire forest.<br \/>Far more than a vast stretch of forest, the Amazon is a complex mosaic of rivers, dense forests, floodplains, and interconnected ecosystems that sustain unparalleled biodiversity.<br \/>Considered the largest continuous tropical forest on the planet, the Amazon is home to around 10% of all known species on Earth, playing a crucial role in maintaining global ecological balance.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>The largest tropical forest in the world<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The Amazon Basin covers nearly 40% of South America and contains one of the most extensive river systems on the planet, dominated by the majestic Amazon River, which flows for more than 6,600 kilometers from the Andes to the Atlantic Ocean.<\/p>\n<p>This immense river system carries approximately 15% of all freshwater flowing into the world\u2019s oceans, making the region essential for the global water cycle and planetary climate stability.<\/p>\n<p>The forest also acts as a massive climate regulator. Its trees store billions of tons of carbon and help maintain rainfall patterns across much of South America.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Extraordinary biodiversity<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Few places on Earth display biological diversity as impressive as the Amazon.<br \/>The region is home to:<br \/>\u2022 more than 40,000 plant species<br \/>\u2022 around 1,300 bird species<br \/>\u2022 thousands of freshwater fish species<br \/>\u2022 hundreds of mammals, reptiles, and amphibians<br \/>\u2022 millions of insect species, many still poorly studied by science<br \/>Among the most iconic animals are the harpy eagle \u2014 the most powerful bird of prey in the Americas \u2014 along with various species of monkeys, sloths, river dolphins, caimans, and an incredible variety of tropical birds.<br \/>The Amazon also shelters countless species still unknown to science, with new discoveries being recorded regularly.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" 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\/>\u2022 Igap\u00f3 forests, permanently flooded areas<br \/>\u2022 Rivers, streams, and lakes forming a vast aquatic network<br \/>This diversity of habitats supports an extraordinary range of species and creates<br \/>unique natural settings for wildlife observation and exploration.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>A land of cultural diversity<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Beyond its natural richness, the Amazon is also home to remarkable cultural diversity.<br \/>More than 30 million people live in the region, including around 350 Indigenous groups, many of whom maintain traditions and knowledge deeply connected to the forest.<\/p>\n<p>These communities play a vital role in protecting Amazonian ecosystems and preserving traditional knowledge about nature.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Ecotourism and conservation<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Exploring the Amazon means immersing yourself in one of the most fascinating natural environments on Earth.<br \/>Wildlife observation, river expeditions, forest hikes, and encounters with 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