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(22 speciess + 1 form with special treatment that are not is considered at the species level)

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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
1DecapodaAeglidaeAegla sp.Native
  
2SquamataViperidaeYararacaBothrops jararacaNative
 LC 
3TinamiformesTinamidaeSpotted NothuraInambú ComúnCodorna-amarelaNothura maculosaNative
 LC 
4GruiformesRallidaeGiant Wood RailIpacaáSaracuruçuAramides ypecahaNative
 LC 
5CharadriiformesScolopacidaeGreater YellowlegsPitotoy GrandeMaçarico-grande-de-perna-amarelaTringa melanoleucaNative
 NT 
6LaridaeLeast TernGaviotín Chico BorealTrinta-réis-miúdoSternula antillarumNative
 LC 
7Brown-hooded GullGaviota Capucho CaféGaivota-maria-velhaChroicocephalus maculipennisNative
 LC 
8Kelp GullGaviota CocineraGaivotãoLarus dominicanusNative
 LC 
9CathartiformesCathartidaeLesser Yellow-headed VultureJote Cabeza AmarillaUrubu-de-cabeça-amarelaCathartes burrovianusNative
 LC 
10AccipitriformesAccipitridaeRoadside HawkTaguató ComúnGavião-carijóRupornis magnirostrisNative
 LC 
11PiciformesRamphastidaeRed-breasted ToucanTucán Pico VerdeTucano-de-bico-verdeRamphastos dicolorusNative
 LC 
12PicidaeWhite-spotted WoodpeckerCarpintero Oliva ManchadoPicapauzinho-verde-carijóVeniliornis spilogasterNative
 LC 
13PsittaciformesPsittacidaePileated ParrotCatita Cabeza RojaCuiú-cuiúPionopsitta pileataNative
 LC 
14PasseriformesPipridaeBand-tailed ManakinBailarín NaranjaUirapuru-laranjaPipra fasciicaudaNative
 LC 
15TyrannidaeSooty TyrannuletPiojito GrisJoão-pobreSerpophaga nigricansNative
 LC 
16Blue-billed Black TyrantViudita Pico CelesteMaria-preta-de-bico-azuladoKnipolegus cyanirostrisNative
 LC 
17FurnariidaeSpix´s SpinetailPijuí PlomizoJoão-tenenémSynallaxis spixiNative
 LC 
18VireonidaeRufous-browed PeppershrikeJuan ChiviroPitiguariCyclarhis gujanensisNative
 LC 
19MimidaeWhite-banded MockingbirdCalandria RealCalhandra-de-três-rabosMimus triurusNative
 LC 
20TurdidaeCreamy-bellied ThrushZorzal ChalchaleroSabiá-pocaTurdus amaurochalinusNative
 LC 
21IcteridaeScarlet-headed BlackbirdFederalCardeal-do-banhadoAmblyramphus holosericeusNative
 LC 
22Saffron-cowled BlackbirdTordo AmarilloVeste-amarelaXanthopsar flavusNative
 EN 
23RodentiaCaviidaeGreater CapybaraCarpinchoCapivaraHydrochoerus hydrochaerisNative
 LC 
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