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© UNESCO World Heritage Centre
UNESCO WHCNaturalInscribed 2000

Central Amazon Conservation Complex

Overview

The Central Amazon Conservation Complex makes up the largest protected area in the Amazon Basin and is one of the planet’s richest regions in terms of biodiversity. It also includes an important sample of varzea ecosystems, igapó forests, lakes and channels which take the form of a constantly evolving aquatic mosaic that is home to the largest array of electric fish in the world. The site protects key threatened species, including giant arapaima fish, the Amazonian manatee, the black caiman and two species of river dolphin.

About Central Amazon Conservation Complex

The Jaú National Park is a national park located in the state of Amazonas, Brazil. It is one of the largest forest reserves in South America, and part of a World Heritage Site.

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Countries
Brazil
ISO Codes
BR
Area
5,232,018 ha
Coordinates
-2.3333, -62.0083
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