The rich organic matter that gives the largest tributary of the Amazon River, the Rio Negro, its characteristic black hue may provide fish with some protection from the negative effects of copper ...

A flash of pink breaks the muddy surface of the Amazon River as scientists and veterinarians, waist-deep in the warm current, patiently work a mesh net around a pod of river dolphins. They draw it ...

Researchers discovered a new species dwelling at the bottom of a river in the Amazon rainforest, according to a new study. Image from the Journal of Fish Biology A rare new species of fish was ...

New research shows that Amazon River dolphins (Inia geoffrensis) are facing significant risks due to fishing, dams and dredging practices. Using satellites, cetacean experts were able to track eight ...

Local patrols in the Amazon are leading a conservation success story, protecting forests and wildlife against growing threats ...

The study was the first to analyze a large set of independently published studies. Researchers sound alarm after making ...

One question I get asked all the time is, “What’s been your favorite fly fishing destination?” And my answer? I can’t pick just one. I could name a top five, I could suggest some trips that should be ...

"It trains local technicians to maintain and control [the] technology." Indigenous team develops cutting-edge system to ...

The river port in the most populated city of Brazil's Amazon rainforest recorded its lowest water level in over a century on Monday amid a drought that has left boats stranded on the Amazon river and ...

Falling water levels in the rivers and lakes of the Brazilian Amazon are restricting the flow of ships and boats, the main form of transport in the region and the only means of access to health and ...