VOICED : Colombia da proteccion a complejo de humedales en la Amazonia

The Tarapoto ecosystem in the Colombian Amazon has been added to the Ramsar list of wetlands of international importance. This designation followed a detailed study involving international organizations. Tarapoto is now the ninth Colombian wetland and the first in the Amazon to receive this protection. The region is home to 7,800 indigenous people, 30 lakes, and a rich biodiversity including 244 bird species, 201 mammals, and endangered species like the pink dolphin. The Ramsar Convention now includes 69 countries and 2,258 sites worldwide.

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