Abufari Biological Reserve

The Abufari Biological Reserve is a large protected area of lowland tropical rainforest in Amazonas state that spans over 200,000 hectares. The Purus River and its tributaries flow through the landscape, creating a network of waterways that define the terrain.

The Brazilian government established this protected area in 1982 to preserve the natural ecosystems of the Amazon. This decision was part of a broader effort to shield the forest region from destruction and maintain its biological diversity for the future.

Local communities fish in the reserve and keep records of what they catch as part of monitoring programs. These daily activities connect the people who live here to the river and forest in ways that have remained largely unchanged for generations.

The reserve gets heavy rainfall every year and can be extremely hot and humid throughout. The drier months offer better conditions for travel through the forest and easier access to waterways and paths.

This reserve contains one of the largest breeding grounds for freshwater turtles in the entire Amazon region. Tens of thousands of these animals use the riverbanks each year to lay eggs and raise their young.

Location: Amazonas

Inception: 1982

GPS coordinates: -5.27600,-63.12400

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:03