In northeastern Brazil, there is a tree so vast that visitors often mistake it for an entire grove. The paths wind beneath its canopy, multiple trunks rise from the ground, and sunlight filters ...

The decline had a positive impact on global results, according to data released by the World Resources Institute (WRI).

Seven new tree-dwelling tarantula species have been identified in southeastern Brazil, including three from heavily deforested regions, according to a study. Getty Images/iStockphoto In southeastern ...

The tree commonly known as brazilwood is used to make bows for violins and other instruments. Violinists and other bow-handlers are sounding an alarm over a proposal by Brazil to tighten trade ...

In southeastern Brazil, researchers set out to look for tarantula species with a rare and "striking" characteristic. Tarantulas, belonging to the Theraphosidae family, are among the largest spiders on ...

Brazil’s Cabrito tree line looks wide open from above - until you’re flying straight at it. Through the helmet view, you can see how fast the ground rises and how little margin there really is. At ...