El río Huallaga y sus afluentes están enfrentando una situación crítica debido a una temporada seca en curso que ha provocado más de 150 incendios forestales en la región. Según SENAMHI, el río Huallaga está en alerta roja, ya que las estaciones hidrológicas en Tingo María, Puente Tocache, Picota y Lagunas reportan niveles de aguaContinue reading “huallaga y sus afluentes- huallaga tributary updates”
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Las Amazonas: Donde Estamos?
The BBC produced this video in 2023, during what has now become an era of drought, forest fires and socio-economic impacts that might not see a recovery in our lifetime. From the Peruvian Andean jungle region to the lowlands. This video sums up the devastation facing our corner world and global biosphere. Thank you toContinue reading “Las Amazonas: Donde Estamos?”
beyond the tipping point: amazon in a blaze
Today the Amazon is facing its most critical moment the as the “tipping point” has now tipped. Tierra Selva has been on the frontlines in San Martin, monitoring and documenting the growing number of uncontrolled wildfires and their ensuing impacts. As of September 11, 2024, 1,370.71 hectares of crops have been lost in the region, and another 1,100.86 hectares. This isContinue reading “beyond the tipping point: amazon in a blaze”
dia de la tierra….earth day 2024
Celebrando el Día de la Tierra 2024: Abrazando los Pulmones de Nuestro Planeta en la Amazonía Peruana / Celebrating Earth Day 2024: Embracing the Lungs of Our Planet in Peru’s Amazon As the sun rises on April 22, 2024, the lush canopy of Peru’s Amazon awakens to the harmonious symphony of biodiversity. This Earth Day,Continue reading “dia de la tierra….earth day 2024”
mongolia meets peru
REFLECTIONS OF THE RAINFOREST: ART AND ADVOCACY FROM PERU’S AMAZON “Reflections of the Rainforest: Art and Advocacy from Peru’s Amazon” is a captivating art exhibit that brings together a stunning collection of paintings and photographs from the heart of Peru’s Amazon. The exhibit, organized in collaboration with the non-governmental organization Tierra Selva, aims to shedContinue reading “mongolia meets peru”
happy new year 2024
Tierra Selva Wishes You a Happy New Year 2024! As we bid farewell to another remarkable year, the team at Tierra Selva extends warm wishes and heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support in our mission to protect and conserve the Amazon rainforest. The past year has been filled with challenges and triumphs, and through itContinue reading “happy new year 2024”
cop 28, peru, amazon
In the midst of the 28th annual United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) held in Dubai from November 30 to December 12, 2023, the international community united once again to tackle the pressing issue of global climate change. With a key focus on limiting global temperature rises to 1.5°C, the conference emphasized urgent measures toContinue reading “cop 28, peru, amazon”
tamarin monkey conservation
The Tamarin Monkey is a small and colorful primate that lives in the Amazon rainforest. It is one of the most endangered animals in the world, facing many threats from human activities. Some of these threats are habitat destruction, hunting, illegal trade, and climate change. These factors reduce the population and diversity of tamarins, andContinue reading “tamarin monkey conservation”
deforestation
San Martin has experienced notable rates of deforestation due to various factors, including agricultural expansion, illegal logging, and infrastructure development. According to statistics, between 2001 and 2018, San Martin lost approximately 1.2 million hectares of forest cover, representing a significant impact on the region’s biodiversity and ecosystem services. To combat deforestation and promote sustainable landContinue reading “deforestation”
lake ontario waterkeepers meets the central huallaga river keepers
2011 – Lake Ontario Waterkeeper is a prominent environmental organization dedicated to protecting and preserving the health of Lake Ontario and its surrounding waters. Their main mission is to ensure swimmable, drinkable, and fishable water for future generations. By conducting research, monitoring water quality, and advocating for stronger environmental regulations, they work tirelessly to safeguardContinue reading “lake ontario waterkeepers meets the central huallaga river keepers”