What is the Pantanal?
Q: What is the Pantanal?
A: The Pantanal is the world's largest wetland or swamp, covering a region of 140,000 km2 in South America and shared by Brazil, Bolivia and Paraguay.
Q: What are some threats faced by the Pantanal?
A: The Pantanal faces threats such as pollution, mercury from gold mining, and ranching. The increased amount of chemicals is becoming a concern.
Q: How diverse is the wildlife in the Pantanal?
A: The wildlife in the Pantanal is surprisingly diverse, with about 3,500 species of plants, 650 species of birds, 230 species of fish, 80 species of mammals, and 50 species of reptiles.
Q: How many crocodiles were there in the Pantanal in 1996?
A: In 1996, there were about 10 million crocodiles in the Pantanal.
Q: Are there specially protected natural areas within the Pantanal?
A: Yes, there are a number of specially protected natural areas within the Pantanal, including the Pantanal Nature Reserve, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Q: What is the flooding like in the Pantanal during winter?
A: In winter, nearly 80% of the area in the Pantanal is flooded.
Q: What is the size of the Pantanal compared to Greece?
A: The area covered by the Pantanal is larger than the area covered by the country Greece.
