Floresta Nacional do Araripe-Apodi, National forest in Crato, Ceará, Brazil.
The Araripe-Apodi National Forest spans 38,919 hectares across multiple municipalities, featuring a plateau with elevations between 760 and 920 meters.
Established on May 2, 1946, by President Eurico Gaspar Dutra, this national forest became the first protected forest area in Brazil.
The forest remains central to regional environmental education programs, hosting over 10,000 visitors annually through partnerships with organizations like Senac and Sebrae.
The conservation unit maintains 307 water sources that supply both local wildlife and vegetation during dry periods in the semi-arid region.
The forest sits at the intersection of three Brazilian biomes: Caatinga, Cerrado, and Atlantic Forest, supporting more than 200 bird species.
Location: Crato
Location: Ceará
Inception: May 2, 1946
GPS coordinates: -7.35318,-39.70047
Latest update: March 15, 2025 14:45
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