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Amazonian Deforestation Area Statistics
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This dataset provides critical insights into deforestation within the Brazilian Amazon Rainforest between 2004 and 2019. The Amazon rainforest is a vast, moist broadleaf tropical rainforest covering territory in nine nations, with the majority (60%) located in Brazil [1]. It is a highly biodiverse ecosystem, home to nearly 500 indigenous communities, and plays a crucial role in creating its own weather and influencing global climates [1]. Unfortunately, this fragile ecosystem faces persistent threats from deforestation and fires, caused by both natural and human activities [1]. Deforestation occurs for various reasons, including illegal agriculture, natural disasters, urbanisation, and mining, utilising methods such as burning and logging [2]. As the last remaining large forest globally, the Amazon is a critical concern, with species of plants and animals disappearing at an alarming rate [2]. The dataset aims to help understand if Amazon degradation is increasing, highlighting the rainforest's unquestionable importance for the balance of the world environment [3].
Columns
The 'def_area_2004_2019.csv' file, which is part of this dataset, contains the following columns:
- Ano/Estados: The year of occurrence for the deforestation data [4].
- AC: Deforested area in Acre state in square kilometres (km²) [5].
- AM: Deforested area in Amazonas state in square kilometres (km²) [5].
- AP: Deforested area in Amapa state in square kilometres (km²) [5].
- MA: Deforested area in Maranhao state in square kilometres (km²) [6].
- MT: Deforested area in Mato Grosso state in square kilometres (km²) [6].
- PA: Deforested area in Para state in square kilometres (km²) [6].
- RO: Deforested area in Rondonia state in square kilometres (km²) [7].
- RR: Deforested area in Roraima state in square kilometres (km²) [7].
- TO: Deforested area in Tocantins state in square kilometres (km²) [7].
- AMZ LEGAL: The sum of deforested area across Brazil in square kilometres (km²) [8].
Distribution
The dataset is provided in CSV format [9]. The specific file detailed, 'def_area_2004_2019.csv', has a size of 829 bytes and consists of 11 columns. Each column contains 16 total values, indicating 16 rows or records of data [4-8]. The deforestation data was already aggregated upon extraction, meaning no further data processing was required for this file [10]. This deforestation data is part of a larger dataset that also includes data on fire outbreaks and climatic phenomena (El Niño/La Niña events) [3, 10, 11].
Usage
This dataset is ideal for a variety of applications and use cases, including:
- Analysing and visualising deforestation trends in the Brazilian Amazon [3, 10].
- Researching the impact of human activities and natural events on rainforest degradation [1, 2].
- Monitoring environmental changes and assessing the effectiveness of conservation efforts.
- Supporting social advocacy and environmental protection initiatives [4].
- Educating on the critical importance of the Amazon rainforest for global climate balance [3].
Coverage
The dataset primarily covers the Brazilian Amazon Rainforest, specifically detailing deforestation across several states: Acre, Amazonas, Amapa, Maranhao, Mato Grosso, Para, Rondonia, Roraima, and Tocantins [1, 5-7]. The Amazon biome itself extends across nine nations, but this dataset focuses on the substantial portion within Brazil [1]. The time range for the deforestation area data is from 2004 to 2019 [10].
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
This dataset is suitable for:
- Environmental scientists and researchers studying deforestation, climate change, and ecological impacts.
- Data analysts and modellers interested in environmental time series data.
- Government agencies and policymakers involved in land use planning and environmental protection.
- Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and advocacy groups focusing on rainforest conservation and indigenous rights.
- Students and educators seeking real-world environmental data for projects and curricula.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Brazilian Amazon Deforestation by State (2004-2019)
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- Brazil Amazon Forest Degradation Data
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Original Data Source: Amazonian Deforestation Area Statistics
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