Amazon Conservation

Amazon Conservation We conserve biodiversity in Peru and Bolivia where the Andes meet the Amazon rainforest

ACA’s directors and staff are experienced ecologists and conservationists who work to protect biodiversity by studying ecosystems and developing innovative conservation tools to protect land in the region while supporting the livelihoods of local communities. Concentrating resources in the field, ACA aims to protect the forests by creating a network of state, community, and private lands managed f

or conservation and sustainable use or resources with the goal of saving rare species and habitats and learning from the land.

Where does your country rank? 🌎 Through the Amazon Mining Policy Scoreboard, we are tracking how 8 Amazonian countries a...
06/19/2026

Where does your country rank? 🌎

Through the Amazon Mining Policy Scoreboard, we are tracking how 8 Amazonian countries are tackling illegal gold mining. The Scoreboard evaluates each country based on three criteria: legal framework, sustainable mining policies, and investigation and enforcement. Swipe to see the rankings!

This Scoreboard is part of Amazon Conservation's Halting Illegal Mining initiative, which uses data and AI to expose the gap between policy and what's happening on the ground in the Amazon.

Explore the full scoreboard: https://amazonminingwatch.org/en/amazon-mining-policy-scoreboard

06/18/2026

| Meet the 𝗠𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗻, also known by 𝗽𝗮𝘃𝗮 𝗺𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗻 (𝘔𝘪𝘵𝘶 𝘵𝘶𝘣𝘦𝘳𝘰𝘴𝘶𝘮), in Spanish, one of the most emblematic birds of the Bolivian Amazon.

Known for its large size, glossy dark plumage with bluish tones, and elegant walk through the forest, this elusive species plays a key role as a seed disperser, helping regenerate Amazonian forests. Its presence is often a sign of healthy, well-conserved ecosystems.

Although shy and difficult to spot, our sister organization camera traps allowed them to capture rare moments like this one, offering a glimpse into the hidden wildlife of the Amazon. This species is part of the wildlife they monitor through camera traps installed in protected areas and Indigenous territories across the Bolivian Amazon.

06/12/2026

Today is the International Day of Hope. The climate crisis can often feel overwhelming. Optimism is not ignoring the challenges we face, but rather choosing to act despite them.

As climate change intensifies, the Amazon remains one of our greatest allies.

We invited Daniel from our sister organizations Conservación Amazónica– ACEAA and Corine from Conservación Amazónica - ACCA to answer a simple but powerful question:

What is your hope for the future of the Amazon?

Tell us yours in the comments!

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06/11/2026

| Curious, social, and almost always on the move, the 𝗪𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲-𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝗰𝗰𝗮𝗿𝘆 (𝘛𝘢𝘺𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘶 𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘪) is rarely seen alone.

These animals travel through the Amazon in large herds, communicating constantly as they search for food across the forest. Their strong social behavior and need for large, connected habitats make them an important indicator of healthy ecosystems.

Captured by the camera traps of our sister organization , this moment offers a rare look at one of the Amazon’s most fascinating forest travelers.

06/11/2026

We are proud to announce that we have once again earned Candid’s Platinum Seal of Transparency, the highest level of recognition for nonprofit transparency and accountability.

This year, we are also honored to receive accreditation from the Better Business Bureau's (BBB) Wise Giving Alliance and to maintain our 4-star rating from Charity Navigator. You can also help us update our rating on Great Non-profits too! Leave a review about why you support Amazon Conservation and our mission at their website: https://greatnonprofits.org/write-review

These recognitions reflect our commitment to transparency, effective and responsible use of donor contributions, and to maximizing our conservation impact in the Amazon. They are a testament to the dedication of our team, partners, supporters, and donors who make this work possible every day.

🤝 Thank you for your trust and continued support as we work together to protect the Amazon's forests, biodiversity, and communities.

06/05/2026

The Amazon doesn't just hold water, it moves it. 🌊

Invisible atmospheric flows known as flying rivers carry moisture from the tropical Atlantic across the entire Amazon Basin, delivering over 70% of the annual rainfall that sustains forests, farms, and communities in Peru and Bolivia. But deforestation along their path, particularly in Brazil, is putting this system at risk, with consequences that reach far beyond Brazil's borders.

In this first video in our series on Flying Rivers, based on Amazon Conservation's recently published white paper, Corine Vriesendorp from walks us through the threats facing this invisible but essential system and why protecting the Amazon's forests means protecting water.

This , we're reminded that the Amazon's fate is everyone's responsibility.

Watch to learn more. 🎬

Read the full report, link in bio.

Somewhere in the Amazon, a bird you've never heard of is singing right now. 🎶🐦On Global Big Day, our teams at Amazon Con...
06/04/2026

Somewhere in the Amazon, a bird you've never heard of is singing right now. 🎶🐦

On Global Big Day, our teams at Amazon Conservation's biological stations documented 450 unique bird species — more than a third of every species recorded in Peru that single day. From the cloud forests of Wayqecha to the river terraces of Los Amigos, the Amazon's biodiversity spoke for itself.

That's not a coincidence. That's what an intact rainforest sounds and looks like. As we count down the days until World Environment Day, let’s remember why the Amazon is irreplaceable and why we must all act .

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The Amazon's greatest guardians? Indigenous women have led, protected and sustained these forests for centuries. The wor...
06/03/2026

The Amazon's greatest guardians? Indigenous women have led, protected and sustained these forests for centuries. The world is finally catching up.⏰

World Environment Day (June 5), themed Now for Climate, reminds us that time may be running out. But it hasn’t yet. At Amazon Conservation, we believe that protecting these ecosystems means investing in the people who know it best, and Indigenous women have long been at the center of that work.

Earlier this year, our sister organization in Bolivia brought that belief to life through their workshop Women Who Produce the Future: Amazon–Chiquitanía, a gathering of women producers from across the Chiquitanía region in the Bolivian Amazon. The experiences shared in this carousel came from that workshop.

Their words speak for themselves. ✊

A maned wolf. An Orinoco goose. A spider monkey. A marsh deer.🐺🦆🐒🐜These are just a few of the more than 20 endangered sp...
06/02/2026

A maned wolf. An Orinoco goose. A spider monkey. A marsh deer.🐺🦆🐒🐜

These are just a few of the more than 20 endangered species that call Bajo Madidi, Bolivia's largest conservation area, home. Bajo Madidi was established seven years ago today with support from Amazon Conservation via Conservación Amazónica - ACEAA and over 800 local stakeholders. Happy Anniversary, Bajo Madidi! 🥳

This , we'll be celebrating Bajo Madidi… and every wild place worth protecting. Swipe to learn more.

The Amazon is one of the most biodiverse places on Earth. It's also one of the most watched. For over a decade, Amazon C...
06/01/2026

The Amazon is one of the most biodiverse places on Earth. It's also one of the most watched.

For over a decade, Amazon Conservation has built the tools to help monitor almost the entire Amazon basin!

Our Monitoring of Andes Amazon Program (MAAP) initiative tracks deforestation across 9 countries covering 100% of the Amazon, using high-resolution satellite imagery and machine learning. Amazon Mining Watch uses AI and satellite data to track illegal gold mining across the Amazon. And behind both platforms is a growing network of and transfer of knowledge to Indigenous communities, local NGOs, and governments working together and exchanging knowledto protect it.

This week, on June 5, is the . This is a reminder that nature doesn't recognize borders and protecting it is a collective effort.

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