This category showcases the rich biodiversity of the Atlantic Forest ecosystem surrounding Pontal do Sul and Ilha do Mel. It includes content on native flora, coastal wildlife, stingless bee habitats and the ecological interactions that define this endangered biome. All materials connect to the mission of the Ilha do Mel Nativo project – Guardians of Native Bees and Coastal Biodiversity – to promote scientific understanding, conservation awareness and responsible engagement with one of Brazil’s most important natural environments.
The region of Pontal do Sul and Ilha do Mel, on the coast of Paraná, is part of one of the most sensitive and strategic sections of the Atlantic Forest. It is a territory characterized by:
