Pontal do Paraná

Municipality on the southern coast of Brazil, combining biodiversity, tourism, and traditional communities that preserve the essence of Paraná’s maritime culture.

Giant Turtle of Pontal do Sul: art, science, and preservation

Sculpture of the giant leatherback sea turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) installed on Avenida Beira-Mar in Pontal do Sul, Pontal do Paraná, Paraná, Brazil. Photo: Prefeitura de Pontal do Paraná / Divulgação. Source: Folha do Litoral News (23 May 2023).

The giant turtle of Pontal do Sul is more than a photo spot. It’s a message carved in concrete — without care for the beach, there is no next generation. The sculpture represents Dermochelys coriacea, the leatherback turtle — the largest sea turtle in the world.

Scientific Study — Brazilian Native Bee Honey from Ilha do Mel

Native Bee Honey vs. Regular Honey — Scientific Comparison Brazil is home to over 250 stingless bee species (Meliponini), many found nowhere else on Earth. These native bees are vital to Atlantic Forest pollination and produce a honey with unique biological and medicinal properties. Below is a concise, science-based comparison with regular honey from the European bee (Apis mellifera).

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