PONTAL DA BARRA: A REGION OF ECOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE AND CONFRONTATION OF INTERESTS IN THE FAR SOUTH OF BRAZIL

Abstract

Our digital book aims to immerse the reader in the riches and challenges of Pontal da Barra, a place of significant ecological relevance located in the Coastal Plain of Pelotas, RS, at Praia do Laranjal. This book is a window into the understanding of a unique ecosystem, characterized by a complex web of environments, including wetlands of marshy vegetation, reed beds, marshy forests, sand forests, thickets of native forest in an advanced stage of degradation and fossil dunes.
As you explore the pages of this work, you will be taken on a fascinating journey through the biodiversity of Pontal da Barra. Discover how this region is home to a great diversity of species, some of which face threats of extinction. Furthermore, learn about the fundamental role played by this ecosystem in regional hydrological control, biodiversity conservation and the preservation of archaeological heritage.
One of the highlights of this work is the detailed analysis of the occurrence of annual fish, seasonal species whose life cycle is closely linked to the temporal dynamics of temporary wetlands. Uncover the challenges faced by these fish in the face of habitat loss caused by human activities, and understand the importance of protecting these species for maintaining biological diversity.
Through a multidisciplinary approach, this book also explores the conflicts of interest that permeate Pontal da Barra. From the insertion of a Private Natural Heritage Reserve (RPPN) to the pressures exerted by urbanization and agriculture, each chapter offers an in-depth analysis of the issues surrounding the conservation of this unique ecosystem.
Upon completion of this work, we hope that you will have a broader understanding of the ecological importance of Pontal da Barra and the challenges faced to ensure its preservation. We invite you to venture with us on this fascinating study of one of the natural treasures of the extreme south of Brazil.
Happy reading to everyone,
The authors