The planet's largest woodland holds an endless list of life

The Amazon: Brazil | Wild LATAM 5/10 | Go Wild · 50:33 · Video: Go Wild · Watch at the source

In short: Explore the heart of South America to see why the Amazon is a global biological powerhouse. This video captures the diverse fauna and unique aquatic territories of this ancient jungle.

The Amazon serves as a massive irrigation system where the Amazon River and its tributaries sustain an ancient woodland. It is home to extreme biodiversity, including the harpy eagle—the planet's largest eagle—alongside tens of thousands of insect species and several hundred types of fish.

Beyond the trees, the jungle features distinct aquatic and terrestrial neighbors. The video highlights the Amazon River dolphin as a ruler of murky waters, while showcasing the ocelot and the giant otter in their respective habitats.

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