• Bauhinia angulosa Vogel is an endemic Brazilian vine that can be found in both primary and secondary forests, particularly in the Atlantic Rainforest. Some specimens of this slow-growing plant are estimated to have a lifespan of up to two hundred years.

  • In Brazil Bertoni's Antbirds are endemic to the Southeastern Atlantic Rainforest and usually inhabit underwood and mid-wood bamboo stands in evergreen forests. They tend to prefer mountainous regions but can be seen at sea level also.

  • Brazil is home to 1,144 species of frogs, making it the country with the highest biodiversity of the Anura group in the world. This abundance of species is not only crucial for maintaining the planet's biodiversity, but also for advancing scientific research.

  • The saracura (Aramides saracura) is a secretive bird, more often heard than seen. Its rhythmic calls echo through the Atlantic Rainforest, where it thrives in dense vegetation. Feeding on insects, amphibians, and plant matter, it plays a key role in maintaining ecological balance.