Campo húmido at Parque Nacional da Chapada dos Veadeiros, Goiás, Brazil

A unique wet grassland ecosystem, known as 'campo húmido,' has been identified within the UNESCO-listed Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park in Brazil's Cerrado biome. This rare habitat, characterized by its hydrological conditions and presence of burití palm trees, highlights the ecological diversity of protected areas in the region. The study employs a biogeographical approach to document and analyze this distinct landscape, contributing to our understanding of wet grassland dynamics within the Cerrado's broader biodiversity. Such insights are crucial for conservation efforts, particularly in protected areas like Chapada dos Veadeiros and Emas National Parks, which are vital components of Brazil's UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Santos, A. M. C. (2012). Campo húmido at Parque Nacional da Chapada dos Veadeiros, Goiás, Brazil. Frontiers of Biogeography, 3(1). https://doi.org/10.21425/f53112372