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central amazon conservation complex


states: [brazil]

category: natural

year: 2000

location: State of Amazonas

region: Latin America and the Caribbean

latitude/longitude: -2.3333333330, -62.0083333300

Central Amazon Conservation Complex

The Central Amazon Conservation Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Brazil, is a vast protected region celebrated for its unparalleled Amazonian biodiversity. Covering millions of hectares, it includes rivers, forests, and wetlands teeming with species like pink river dolphins and giant arapaima fish. Inscribed by UNESCO in 2000, it’s one of the planet’s largest conservation areas. The complex stands as a vital testament to Brazil’s natural heritage.

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