Amazon River Facts

Did you know that the Amazon River is one of the world’s most powerful and vital waterways? Spanning more than 4,000 miles across South America, it courses through the heart of the Amazon Rainforest. The river’s vast network of tributaries and rich biodiversity make it a critical ecosystem, home to countless species of fish, birds, and mammals. The Amazon River also sustains numerous indigenous communities who have lived along its banks for centuries.