The Mighty Amazon River

A Lifeline for South America

A Natural Wonder

The Amazon River basin contains the world's largest tropical rainforest. This vast ecosystem is home to an incredible diversity of plant and animal species, including many that are found nowhere else on Earth. The Amazon River itself is the second largest river in the world by volume, and it provides a vital lifeline for the people and wildlife of South America.

The Amazon River basin is home to over 40,000 plant species, 3,000 freshwater fish species, and 1,000 bird species. It is also home to a large number of endangered species, including the jaguar, the giant river otter, and the Amazonian manatee.

The Amazon River is a major source of food, water, and transportation for the people of South America. The river is also a major tourist destination, and it is estimated that over 1 million tourists visit the Amazon River basin each year.

The Amazon River is facing a number of threats, including deforestation, pollution, and climate change. These threats are putting the future of the Amazon River and its ecosystem at risk.