Augusto Ruschi Biological Reserve, Biological reserve in Santa Teresa, Brazil
The Augusto Ruschi Biological Reserve spans 3,562 hectares of dense Atlantic Forest, featuring mountainous terrain with elevations from 90 to 1,100 meters above sea level.
Established in 1982, the reserve was named after Augusto Ruschi, a Brazilian naturalist who published over 400 scientific articles and founded two research institutions.
The reserve functions as an educational center where researchers conduct studies on the Atlantic Forest biome and its diverse species of plants and animals.
Located in Espírito Santo state, the reserve maintains strict protection status and requires special permits for scientific research and educational activities.
The reserve protects endangered species including the northern muriqui, red-browed amazon, and buffy-headed marmoset within its protected boundaries.
Location: Espírito Santo
Inception: 1982
GPS coordinates: -19.90556,-40.56222
Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:26
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