Living with an anaconda? Understanding human and snake relationships in the Amazon Várzea

In the Amazon, a new study explores the intricate relationship between local communities and anacondas, revealing a shift from mythical reverence to practical concerns over livestock. Researchers collaborate with residents to develop effective, community-based conservation strategies, like improved livestock coops. Ethnobiology, uniting scientific rigor with indigenous knowledge, proves vital for inclusive and adaptive conservation efforts.

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