Authors : Dan F. Orcherton

Volume/Issue : Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 11 - November

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14330505

Abstract : We are living in complex times but more importantly there remains a complex interplay between climate change and biodiversity loss, underscored the urgent need for comprehensive conservation strategies within Peru's tropical rainforests. This study explores the dual pressures of anthropogenic activities and climate variability, both of which contribute to increased wildfire incidences and the resultant degradation of biodiversity in these regions. Peru’s Amazon, a crucial component of the global ecological balance, faces significant threats from illegal logging, agricultural expansion, and elevated temperatures, all of which exacerbate wildfire risk and habitat fragmentation. Through an integrative analysis of traditional Indigenous practices, contemporary conservation frameworks, and technological advancements, this research aims to assess sustainable approaches that can bolster ecosystem resilience. Findings indicate that conservation efforts that align Indigenous knowledge systems with governmental policies and international collaboration yield promising outcomes in reducing wildfire impacts and preserving biodiversity. This study advocates for an interdisciplinary strategy to protect Peru’s tropical rainforests, emphasizing the socio-cultural, ecological, and economic interdependencies necessary for long-term environmental sustainability.

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