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#369 – Paul Rosolie: Amazon Jungle, Uncontacted Tribes, Anacondas, and Ayahuasca

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The Impact of Mercury Pollution on Anacondas and Ecosystems

This chapter delves into the severe ecological effects of mercury pollution in the Amazon, focusing on its detrimental impact on anacondas and the ecosystem at large. It discusses the role of artisanal gold mining, the behavior of anacondas beyond their predatory habits, and how these snakes could serve as indicators for mercury contamination in their environment.

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