5.5M km²
Area
Covers 9 countries
10%
Species
Of known species worldwide
20%
Oxygen
Of world's oxygen production
400+
Indigenous
Indigenous tribes
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The Amazon Rainforest plays a crucial role in regulating global climate, housing incredible biodiversity, and supporting indigenous communities. Understanding its importance is the first step toward protecting it.
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