🌿 Dowara Kanda Tech Uyapï translates to “Living Waters and Forests of Uyapï” in the Leco language of Bolivia. This newly established conservation area spans over 60,000 acres and protects much more than just forests—this area safeguards livelihoods, cultural heritage, water sources, and our shared global biodiversity. Dowara Kanda Tech Uyapï represents a significant accomplishment for the Leco people, an Indigenous community with roots in the Bolivian Amazon. 🌳 After years of advocating for their rights and territories, the new conservation area ensures strong legal protections to preserve their ancestral lands and traditions. Dowara Kanda Tech Uyapï is a haven for diverse species, including the Critically Endangered Emmel’s Ground Snake 🐍 and other threatened species like Military Macaws and Giant Anteaters. This protected area also expands a conservation corridor spanning from Bolivia to Peru, supporting the health of wildlife populations like Jaguars 🐆 and South American Tapir...