**Discover the mysteries of the Amazon forest**
The Amazon forest remains a mysterious land with countless species of creatures, plants, and ancient civilizations that have not been discovered. Notable discoveries include:
1. **Albino Jaguarundi**
– Jaguarundi, a close relative of the puma, usually lives in South America with brown or bright red fur.
– In 2021, a rare albino jaguarundi with white fur and red eyes was found in the Abura Valley (Colombia).
– Due to its weaker than normal health, it was brought to a reserve for care.
2. **Megalith Structure in the Ecuadorian Forest**
– In 2012, archaeologist Benoit Duer discovered giant stone structures resembling 80m high pyramids, suspected to be built by an ancient giant civilization. – Although the rocks are held together by an unknown compound, Ecuadorian authorities believe they are natural and have banned further excavation.
3. **Goliath Bird-Eater Spider**
– This giant spider has a leg span of up to 30cm, weighs half a kilogram, and hunts insects or small animals such as mice.
– When in danger, it rubs its belly with its legs to spread irritating hairs on its opponents.
4. **Shanay-Timpishka Boiling River**
– Researcher Andres Ruzo found a river with temperatures of up to 100°C in the Peruvian jungle, caused by magma below.
– Locals consider this river sacred, with a legend about a giant snake heating the water with its breath.
5. **Strange Creatures in the Amazon Forest Lake**
– In 2022, scientists discovered strange birds with skin covered in braided hair and emitting ear-piercing screams. When the research team returned, they had disappeared, leaving behind an unsolved mystery.
6. **Dendrobatid Poison Frog**
– This frog species possesses strong toxicity, often living along the banks of the Amazon River. They warn enemies with bright colors and are used by indigenous people as poison on darts.
– Their poison has been found to have a stronger pain-relieving ability than morphine, but hunting this species is currently prohibited.
7. **Walking Palm Tree**
– This tree has high roots, making it appear to be “walking” through the forest. However, after many studies, scientists have found no solid evidence that the tree moves to find light.
8. **Giant Anaconda and the Waorani Tribe**
– The Waorani tribe in Ecuador consider anacondas sacred and have a custom of catching them with their bare hands to demonstrate their strength. During a filming, they caught a 5.1m-long anaconda and released it back into the forest.
9. **Lost Humpback Whale**
– In 2019, a baby humpback whale was found 15m off the coast of the Amazon. It is possible that it got lost in fresh water and died from swallowing too much plastic. This incident prompted pollution control measures in Brazil.
10. **Basilisk Lizard – “Lord Lizard”**
– This lizard is capable of running on water at a speed of 1.37m/s thanks to its wide, webbed feet and long tail for balance.
The Amazon rainforest is not only home to many unique animals, but also contains mysterious stories, amazing discoveries, and plants that are important for global health and climate.
