Question

Give an account of the wildlife of the Amazon basin.

Answer 1

The dense forests, rivers and swamps of the Amazon basin are very rich in different species of wildlife. A variety of monkeys and sloths are found on the trees. Pumas and jaguars are the animals of prey. Tapits, armadillos and anteaters are found on the ground. Reptiles like crocodiles, turtles, iguanas as well as different kinds of snakes, including the anaconda, are found in the rivers. A rich variety of fishes are found in the rivers. Apart from these, colourful birds like toucans, hummingbirds, different types of parrots and a variety of insects are also found in the Amazon basin.