Tijuca National Park

If you are visiting Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, you may want to visit Tijuca National Park. It is an urban national park located within the Atlantic Forest Biosphere Preserve. The park is managed by the Chico Mendes Institute for Biodiversity Conservation. You can visit this park in the heart of the city and see the natural beauty that lies within.

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The Tijuca National Park covers 3951 hectares of the Macico da Tijuca, one of the largest urban forests in the world. The park is also home to a dazzling array of wildlife and is home to many native species. There are Capuchin monkeys and colorful toucans, as well as hawks and brilliant blue butterflies.

Tijuca National Park is home to more than 1,600 species of plants and 350 species of birds and mammals. It has a high scientific, cultural, and historical value. Many studies, research, and academic projects take place in this natural area. The themes of these studies and projects range from ecology to genetics to hydrology.

The Project Refauna team identified several species that should be reintroduced to Tijuca National Park. The team consulted with researchers, park managers, and environmental agencies to make recommendations. The team discussed which species should be reintroduced, and what species should be protected. The team chose the agouti as a candidate for reintroduction.