Glimpse Amazonian wildlife such as anacondas, tarantulas, leafcutter ants, scarlet ibis, and black skimmers
Anacondas, tarantulas, leaf-cutter ants, scarlet ibis, and black skimmers are all found in the Amazon rainforest.
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Two new howler monkey species discovered in the Amazon after 85 years
• Nov. 10, 2026, 3:30 PM ET (Phys.org)
Scientists discover stunning new Amazon fish that may already be endangered
• Nov. 8, 2026, 6:57 PM ET (Science Daily)
How close is the Amazon to a 'tipping point?' Brazil’s election could help shape its future
• Oct. 23, 2026, 7:04 AM ET (AP)
Brazil says Amazon deforestation fell to the lowest level since 1988
• Oct. 16, 2026, 3:31 PM ET (AP)
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