Amazon

A Virtual visit to the Amazon

The Amazon is home to some of the world's most unusual wildlife, and sustains millions of species. Listen to the sounds of some of the wildlife which inhabit this region.  

Poison Dart Frog With its striking appearance, unique features and cool name, the poison dart frog is one of the most interesting - and dangerous - species in the Amazon. Listen now

Jaguar Jaguars are the largest of American cats and are strong swimmers and climbers. Once found from the southwestern United States to northern Argentina, jaguars today inhabit only the rain forests of Central and South America. Listen now

Scarlet Macaw The 495,000 square miles of Amazonian rain forest in Peru contain almost half of all bird species found in South America, including the scarlet macaw. Highly intelligent, macaws mate for life and may live up to 60 years. Listen now

Howler Monkey The howler monkey's large vocal organ is hidden by long black hair on its throat. Using their loud, distinctive call - which can be heard up to two miles away -- howler monkeys warn other animals away from their territory. Listen now

Also, dig into WWF’s interactive map, where you can find information about specific projects on the ground, including projects focused on biodiversity conservation, community buidling, deforestation, protected areas, climate change and more.

Click to launch the Interactive Amazon Map!

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Dr. Margaret 'Meg' Symington

Managing Director
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"Seeking solutions that benefit all of nature -- animals, people and the places where they live -- is the hallmark of WWF's success in the Amazon."

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