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Brazil

General Information

Brazil is located in the central-east of South America, being the largest and most populous country on the continent. It is bounded by the Atlantic Ocean to the east, and shares borders with all countries in South America, except Chile and Ecuador. Its geographical position is unique, as it covers a large part of the South American territory, from the Amazon rainforest in the north to the pampas in the south. Brazil is a federal country, divided into 26 states and over 5,500 municipalities, which reflects its great geographical and cultural diversity.

As for how to get to Brazil, there are several transportation options. The country has a network of well-connected international airports, with the main ones being São Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport and Rio de Janeiro-Galeão International Airport. Additionally, Brazil has an extensive network of highways and roads that connect the main cities and regions of the country. The cities of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro are the main transportation hubs, and from there you can take flights, buses, or cars to reach other parts of the country. It is essential to note that, depending on the region and time of year, some roads and highways may be closed or difficult to access due to adverse weather conditions.

Brazil is a country with a great diversity of natural environments and landscapes. The Amazon rainforest, which covers a large part of the north of the country, is one of the richest and most biodiverse ecosystems on the planet. In the south, the pampas and fields offer a more open and rolling landscape. The Brazilian coast, which stretches for over 7,000 kilometers, offers a wide variety of beaches, bays, and cliffs. In the interior of the country, there are mountains, plateaus, and valleys, which offer a more rugged and diverse landscape. The vegetation in Brazil is also very varied, from the dense tropical rainforest to the grasslands and savannas. The climate in Brazil is tropical in most of the country, with warm temperatures and high humidity levels throughout the year.

In terms of logistics for visiting and exploring Brazil, it is essential to consider that the country is very large and diverse, and each region has its own characteristics and challenges. In general, the larger and more touristy cities, such as Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo, offer good infrastructure for visitors, with hotels, restaurants, and transportation services. However, in more remote and rural areas, the infrastructure may be more limited, and it is essential to plan ahead and be prepared for more basic conditions. It is recommended to research and plan ahead, especially if you plan to visit more remote areas or during the rainy season. Additionally, it is essential to respect local norms and regulations, especially in protected areas and national parks.

In summary, Brazil is a country with great geographical and cultural diversity, offering a wide variety of landscapes and natural environments. With good planning and preparation, it is possible to explore and enjoy the beauty and richness of this country, from the Amazon rainforest to the beaches and mountains of the south.



Compilation and publication: EcoRegistros – 18/07/2026











  Order Family English Common Name Spanish Common Name Portuguese Common Name Scientific Name Belonging Conservation status Notes
1OdonataLibellulidaeFlame-taled PondhawkErythemis peruvianaNative
  
2Great PondhawkAlguacil VerdeErythemis vesiculosaNative
  
3Rayadora CarmínOrthemis discolorNative
  
4ColeopteraChrysomelidaeOmophoita personataNative
  
5ScarabaeidaeMegasoma vazdemelloiNative
  
6LepidopteraCrambidaeBeet Webworm MothPolilla de la RemolachaSpoladea recurvalisNative
  
7GeometridaeMariposa LeopardoPantherodes pardalariaNative
  
8HesperiidaeMegacles LongtailMegaclesAguna megaelesNative
  
9Pale MylonHoodus pelopidasNative
  
10BishopObispoMysoria barcastusNative
  
11Common CheckeredAjedrezada ComúnPyrgus orcusNative
  
12LycaenidaeEndimiónElectrostrymon endymionNative
  
13NymphalidaeAdelpha thoasaNative
  
14Princesa RojaAnartia amatheaNative
  
15CenicientaAnartia jatrophaeNative
  
16Red RimAlas SangrantesBiblis hyperiaNative
  
17Caligo teucerNative
  
18SoldierReina RojizaDanaus eresimusNative
  
19Antorcha RayadaDryadula phaetusaNative
  
20Eyespotted DropGota OceladaDynamine postvertaNative
  
21Red Spot PororoPororó Mancha RojaHamadryas amphinomeNative
  
22Pororó Ocelos RojosHamadryas februaNative
  
23Starry CrackerEstaladeiraHamadryas laodamiaNative
  
24PopenóHistoris odiusNative
  
25Many-banded DaggerwingMarioMarpesia chironNative
  
26PoráMorpho helenorNative
  
27BatarazaOrtilia ithraNative
  
28MalaquitaSiproeta stelenesNative
  
29BluntMochaTemenis laothoeNative
  
30Brazilian Painted LadyDama PintadaVanessa braziliensisNative
  
31PapilionidaeGiant SwallowtailLimonera GrandeBorboleta LimoeiraPapilio thoasNative
  
32RiodinidaeHovýLasaia agesilasNative
  
33HemipteraCicadidaeCarineta diardiNative
  
34DipteraPsychodidaeDrain flyMosca de la Humedad Clogmia albipunctataNative
  
35HymenopteraApidaeTrigona hyalinataNative
  
36FormicidaeCephalotes atratusNative
  
37Neoponera commutataNative
  
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