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A single tree is seen on land that was previously jungle in Mato Grosso state
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A single tree is seen on land that was previously jungle in Mato Grosso state
An aerial view shows a single tree seen on land that was previously jungle in Mato Grosso state, one of the Brazilian states suffering from deforestation, August 9, 2005. The Brazilian government announced the latest data on deforestation of the Amazon Basin, with a total of 26, 130 square km (10, 089 square miles) of rainforest destroyed, equivalent to more than nine football fields every minute, during the 12-month period ending in August, 2004. The Amazon is home to up to 30 percent of the planets animal and plant species. NTRES REUTERS/Bruno Domingos BD/KS also see GF1DVXADCQAB - RP6DRNATFWa
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This striking aerial view captures the aftermath of deforestation in Mato Grosso state, Brazil. Amidst vast stretches of barren land, a solitary tree stands as a poignant reminder of what once thrived here – a dense and vibrant jungle teeming with life. The print showcases the devastating impact of human activities on our planet's precious ecosystems. Taken on August 9,2005, this image coincided with the release of alarming data by the Brazilian government regarding deforestation in the Amazon Basin. Over a period of twelve months leading up to August 2004, an astonishing 26,130 square kilometers (10,089 square miles) of rainforest were destroyed – equivalent to more than nine football fields being cleared every minute. The destruction depicted here is not merely an environmental tragedy; it also threatens countless animal and plant species that call the Amazon home. As one of Earth's most biodiverse regions, housing up to 30 percent of all known flora and fauna species worldwide, preserving this ecosystem is crucial for maintaining global biodiversity. Photographer Bruno Domingos expertly captured this haunting scene through his lens. His composition highlights both the stark contrast between nature's resilience embodied by that lone tree against its desolate surroundings and serves as a powerful visual testament to humanity's urgent need for responsible stewardship over our natural resources. As we contemplate this photograph print from Reuters Images today, let us be reminded that each action we take has consequences far beyond what meets the eye - urging us towards greater efforts in
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