Médio Juruá Extractive Reserve

The Médio Juruá Extractive Reserve sits along the left bank of the Juruá River in Amazonas and covers roughly 250,000 hectares of flat terrain. The landscape is marked by oxbow lakes and dense forest vegetation that supports a wide range of wildlife.

The reserve was created in 1997 through federal decree to protect both the forest and the traditional way of life of local communities. It was later incorporated into a broader network of protected areas across the region.

People living here depend on fishing, hunting, and gathering forest products that have been part of their way of life for generations. These activities shape how communities use the river and forest in their daily routines.

The area stays warm and humid year-round with heavy rainfall, so waterproof gear and protective clothing are essential for any visit. Getting around is best done with local guides who know the terrain, water routes, and how to move safely through the forest.

The Juruá River is known for its dark waters colored by tannins from the forest vegetation, creating a distinctive ecosystem type. This blackwater system supports specialized species adapted to acidic conditions found nowhere else in the region.

Location: Amazonas

Inception: 1997

GPS coordinates: -5.56500,-67.71306

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:45