Effects of Severe Floods and Droughts on Wildlife of the Pantanal Wetland (Brazil)—A Review

Severe floods and droughts significantly impact the wildlife of the Pantanal Wetland, Brazil, by altering habitats through tree mortality in riparian forests and modifying ecosystems adapted to seasonal water fluctuations. These extreme weather events, influenced by global climate phenomena like El Niño and La Niña, disrupt both natural systems and human activities such as cattle ranching and ecotourism. The study reviews how these natural disasters affect flora and fauna, emphasizing the need for adaptive wildlife management strategies to mitigate their effects on biodiversity and local economies.

Alho, C. J. R., & Silva, J. S. V. (2012). Effects of Severe Floods and Droughts on Wildlife of the Pantanal Wetland (Brazil)—A Review. Animals, 2(4), 591–610. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani2040591