Atlantic Forest
Deforestation in the Atlantic Forest reached its lowest annual level on record in 2025, with a 40 percent drop in the suppression of mature forests, according to data from SOS Mata Atlântica released on Wednesday.
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A Uerj study shows that the jackfruit tree, an invasive species in the Atlantic Forest, reduces leaf litter depth and arthropod abundance, affecting various frog species. Areas dominated by the tree feature simpler habitats, with varied impacts on wildlife. Published in Biological Invasions, the research emphasizes the need for management to restore ecological complexity.