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Help!!

i have a geography poster defending why we should save the amazon rainforest and i am halfway done. is there any key facts anyone could give me so i can get the highest mark? i am finding the poster really difficult. any help is apreciated!

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2024/11/24
15:27 UTC

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Have you visited Rurrenabaque and the Amazon Jungle?

After 4 hours on a boat driving down the river to our remote camp in the jungle, we spent 4 incredible days immersed in nature and everything it has to offer in Pampas and the Bolivian Amazon. We spotted pink dolphins, alligators, caymans, and even went on a 5-hour hunting trip searching for anacondas and jaguars! From making chocolate from raw cocoa beans to having frogs and bats in our bathroom, this truly was a raw and unforgettable experience in one of the world’s most biodiverse regions. 🌿.

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2024/11/17
14:22 UTC

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Help me find a frog

So im looking for any audio material of a frog that I encountered years ago in the rainforest section between ecuador and colombia. Deep google and youtube searches have led me nowhere and im losing my mind over this 😅

The frog makes a very clear, medium pitched, loud "Whoop" call, with a couple seconds pause between each call. Supposedly the locals claim the frog is calling for rain (according to the guide at least).

Please free me, its been driving me crazy that I cant find anything!!

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2024/11/11
06:57 UTC

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Report: Biden to Visit Amazon Rainforest in November

Report: Biden to Visit Amazon Rainforest in November

The Facts

  • US Pres. Joe Biden is expected to visit the Amazon rainforest in November and meet his Brazilian counterpart, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, according to reports from news outlet Reuters.[1]
  • Biden and Lula could meet on Nov. 16 or 17 in Manaus, the largest city in the Amazon, or Belém, at the mouth of the Amazon River, ahead of the G20 summit scheduled for Rio de Janeiro between Nov. 18 and 19.[1]
  • Though the White House hasn't confirmed the report, US government officials have already visited Manaus and Belém to study conditions. If confirmed, this would mark the first formal state visit of a US president to Brazil since 2011.[1][2]
  • The Brazilian Amazon has this year registered the highest number of fire hotspots between January and August since 2005. The total burned area — about 13.4M acres — is larger than the entirety of Denmark.[3]
  • Most of the fires have allegedly been started illegally by loggers, miners, and farmers. However, Brazil's worst drought on record has reportedly exacerbated their effects.[4][5]
  • In June, the US provided $47M to Brazil's internationally sourced Amazon Fund for rainforest protection. This marked the completion of its first $50M donation, which stemmed from a $500M pledge Biden made in April 2023.[6]

The Spin

Democratic narrative

With this potential visit to the Brazilian Amazon in his final days in office, Biden would be making a last push to save the rainforest and, consequently, the climate. Although more could have been done to put that issue in the spotlight in his tenure, consuming international crises and regional sensitivities largely restricted Biden to rhetorical efforts until now.

Republican narrative

Like every other globalist leader, Biden is now focusing on the Amazon rainforest and calling for radical action on the climate. While the Amazon is undoubtedly a natural wonder worth preserving, its preservation mustn't malign the interests of countries sharing ownership of the rainforest. After all, the Amazon is not the lungs of the world — this is pure disinformation.

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2024/10/21
15:06 UTC

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Advice needed!

I am a 26F who has always had a passion/interest in rainforests. Ever since I was a little girl, I have always said, I want to be a researcher in the amazon rainforest. Now here is the problem... I don't have a degree in biology/ecology or a degree in general for that matter. Not sure how to go about fulfilling my dream considering this. I know that I want to do a trial period of 3-6 months before signing up for anything longer term. I have a particular interest in snakes and reptiles. If you have any recommendations on types of research and/or where I could find opportunities, any feedback would be greatly appreciated.

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2024/09/18
04:45 UTC

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Data Fixers: "The Scientific Method" of Investigating Deforestation in Brazil

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2024/09/06
20:48 UTC

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Amazon rainforest

Just a quick question, couldn't find any information or was just missing it.

In the Amazon there are still people who live in and off the land just like forever ago.

Say someone from a city neighboring the forest a registered citizen of the country here's killed by a tribe member.... What happens? Does the state/country it's in do anything to the tribe or the person who did it?

Or so they just leave em alone BECAUSE they're tribal still and not having civilized ways?

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2024/09/06
17:26 UTC

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An Adventure in the Australian Rainforest - Tamborine National Park & Ka...

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2024/09/04
09:07 UTC

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101 Facts about the Amazon Rainforest

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2024/09/04
02:23 UTC

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UN Calls for Open Forest Data

Transparent forest data is key to effective climate action! The FAO's CBIT-Forest project, in collaboration with UNDP, is empowering countries to meet the transparency requirements of the Paris Agreement by enhancing the collection, analysis, and sharing of forest data.

https://groundtruth.app/opening-the-data-gates-how-the-un-believes-transparent-forest-data-can-drive-climate-action/

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2024/08/29
20:12 UTC

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Eucalyptus vs Pine for Planting Projects

Are Eucalyptus trees really the water hogs we’ve been led to believe? A new study suggests the answer isn’t so clear-cut! Turns out, Eucalyptus and Pine trees might use about the same amount of water—depending on where they’re planted.

https://groundtruth.app/eucalyptus-vs-pine-whos-the-real-water-hog/

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2024/08/22
21:17 UTC

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5 Most Dangerous Animals in The Amazon Rainforest 🌴 🐍 🌴

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2024/08/13
02:32 UTC

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Mapping the Diversity of Land Uses Following Deforestation Across Africa

Explore the groundbreaking study "Mapping the Diversity of Land Uses Following Deforestation Across Africa" that reveals the primary drivers of forest loss and offers actionable insights for conservation. With high-resolution mapping and open-source data, we can make informed decisions to protect our forests and biodiversity.

https://groundtruth.app/unveiling-the-drivers-of-deforestation-in-africa-insights-from-a-landmark-study/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2msSCsUkxLcUYy1Kd746QWL5hGes8MAdL6p3CIfXjI-j8FJPBx2ynEN_4_aem_CSwZa63MP2u_bOlDtkiqog

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2024/08/10
19:18 UTC

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Greenstand’s Treetracker App

Discover how Greenstand's TreeTracker project is transforming reforestation and sustainability efforts. Through an innovative "pay-to-grow" model, TreeTracker directly compensates local farmers for growing and nurturing trees, creating a self-sustaining ecosystem. Leveraging advanced technology, the project tracks environmental assets, contributing to carbon sequestration and supporting local economies. The open-source framework invites collaboration from communities, developers, and global citizens, driving meaningful environmental and social impact. https://groundtruth.app/greenstands-treetracker-tracking-trees-empowering-communities/

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2024/07/27
19:15 UTC

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Global Tree Seed Suppliers List

Global List of Tree Seed Suppliers

Ground Truth Data is attempting to compile a list of resources around the world for purchasing seed for mass reforestation projects. Please feel free to comment or dm if you know of any that could be added 🤠🌲

https://groundtruth.app/global-tree-seed-sources/

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2024/07/21
20:24 UTC

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