Colombia reports 33% drop in deforestation in early 2025, with major progress in Amazon parks
- Colombia saw a 33% drop in deforestation in the first quarter of 2025, reducing to 27,052 hectares.
- The Amazon region accounts for 69% of Colombia's deforestation, with declines seen in departments like Meta, Caquetá and Guaviare, while Putumayo had a slight increase.
- The government attributes the decline to community agreements, institutional strengthening, and joint operations with defense and legal authorities.
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Colombia's Deforestation Decline: A 33% Drop | Science-Environment
Deforestation in Colombia decreased by 33% in early 2025, shrinking to 27,052 hectares, due to community agreements and increased government and military involvement, as per Colombia's environment ministry. Colombia, a biodiversity hotspot, consistently battles deforestation, which threatens its vast plant and animal species.

Colombia reports 33% drop in deforestation in early 2025, with major progress in Amazon parks
Colombia’s deforestation dropped 33% in early 2025 compared to last year, with significant reductions in Amazon national parks.
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