<h2>The Tijuca National Park</h2>

It was created in 1961 to protect the Tijuca massif 
 and its forest - “the lungs” of the city. 

In 1991, it was included in Unesco’s MAB Program as a Biosphere Reserve.

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Embaúba

The Embaúba is so important for the whole regeneration of the forest. It is a pioneer plant. Its seeds lay dormant until a clearing happens, either naturally or induced. Then, it grows fast for it is hollow, and makes shade for the other species that need it to grow. And the sloth loves its fruit!!

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