THE 10 MOST REPRESENTATIVE ANIMALS OF THE AMAZON REGION - BIOLOGY - 2025

Some of the animals of the Amazon Region are panthers, otters, anteaters, toucans, anacondas, capybaras, Amazonian dolphins and black caimans, among other specimens.

The Amazon ecosystem is one of the most diverse on the planet. The fauna is made up of more than 640 species, among which are felines, amphibians, reptiles, birds, mammals and fish.

Fauna of the Amazon Rainforest: representative animals

The Amazon Rainforest has wild and very dissimilar species to its credit. Some of them are endemic to the region and are in danger of extinction.

1- Yellow-tailed woolly monkey

It is an endemic species of Peru and is currently under strong threat of extinction.

It owes its name to a unique, very thick tail with yellow fur. The rest of its body is dark and coppery.

2- Black cayman

It is the most important predator in the Amazon rainforest. It grows to 6 meters in length, and can weigh more than a ton. They feed predominantly on otters, piranhas, and capybaras.

3- Dolphin of the Amazon

Its scientific name is Inia geoffrensis, and today it is one of the most endangered species in the Amazon.

Depending on their age and size, they have different colors. The pink dolphin is the largest and is usually seen at the mouths of rivers towards the sea.

For its part, the small dolphin has a gray hue and is very elusive.

4- Anteater

This specimen feeds on ants and termites, which is why it owes its name to this unique characteristic. It can reach up to 1.3 meters in length, and 60 kilograms.

5- Golden Lion Tamarin

Also called the Golden Titi or Little Lion Tití, it is a primate known for its golden fur, with tendencies towards a bright orange color.

It feeds on arachnids, small lizards, fruits, and insects. It is currently in danger of extinction.

6- Anaconda

This snake is characteristic of the Amazon jungle, it does not stop growing throughout its life and can reach up to 12 meters in length, and a weight of 270 kilograms.

Anacondas predominantly inhabit freshwater bodies and are housed in holes. They are natural predators of the birds, rodents, fish and reptiles of the sector.

7- Neotropical Otter

The neotropical otter, water dog or river wolf, is a characteristic species of the Amazon. This species is also under threat of extinction.

8- Toucan

Toucans are widely recognized for the shape, color, and extent of their peculiar beak. It can reach up to 70 centimeters in height.

9- Capybara

Also known as capybara or chigüire, the capybara is the largest rodent in the world, since it can reach up to 70 centimeters in height, and a maximum weight of 50 kilograms.

It lives predominantly in water, and feeds on fruits, herbs, and aquatic vegetation.

10- Black Panther

This feline is native to South America and lives predominantly in the Amazon rainforest. It usually establishes itself on the banks of rivers and some sectors of abundant vegetation.

It is a solitary hunter, and its length ranges between 1.1 and 1.85 meters.

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