In 2001, protected tropical forests entered a global wildfire study spanning 24 years. 23 years later, more than 4 million hectares had been destroyed by fire, twice the size of Wales, with annual losses roughly 9 times higher after 2016

A groundbreaking study reveals that over 4 million hectares of protected tropical forests have been lost to wildfires from 2001 to 2024, highlighting the urgent need for improved fire prevention strategies in conservation efforts.

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