The Amazon Jungle - Nature's Wild Pulse

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The Amazon Jungle, also known as the Amazon Rainforest, is the world's largest tropical rainforest, spanning nine countries in South America. Covering over 5.5 million square kilometers, it hosts a remarkably diverse range of plant and animal species, many of which are unique to the region. The Amazon River, the world's second-longest river, flows through this vast area, sustaining its rich biodiversity. This rainforest plays a critical role in the global ecosystem by serving as a carbon sink and helping regulate the Earth's climate. It is also home to numerous indigenous tribes whose cultures are deeply connected to the forest's resources, making it not just a biodiversity hotspot but also a cultural gem.

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