Wetlands for Life

Neotropics

Chile.  Governmental plans to create dams on two of the most pristine rivers in Chile have been given the go ahead.  Local campaigners are actively opposing these development - see 'chile sin represas' for more.

Home to some of the most biodiverse areas in the world, the Neotropics stretches from Central America in the North, west to the Caribbean and the down to South America almost reaching the Antarctic at its southern tip.

Many networks and local community groups exist, often working closely with their wetlands as much for social benefits as for ecological benefits. 

Please contact Melissa Marin who is the representative for the Neotropics