Tag Archives: Tropical Rainforests

A 2013 photograph captured in the dense jungle vegetation deep within the Monteverde Tropical Rainforest Preserve in Costa Rica.
1973: Preserving the Biodiversity of Tropical Rainforests and Cloud Forests

Tropical rainforests and cloud forests are crucial for biodiversity, facing threats from human exploitation. Reserves like Costa Rica’s Monteverde are key to their conservation

A NASA satellite topographic image of the Amazon River, showcasing its numerous branches and tributaries.
1541: The Mighty Amazon River – Earth’s Largest Waterway

The Amazon River, either the longest or second-longest river globally, is unparalleled in its water discharge, contributing nearly 20% of the freshwater flowing into the world's oceans. Originating from diverse tributaries across South America, it's [...]