Unidade de conservação

A Unidade de Conservação (Conservation Unit) is a protected area designated by the government to preserve natural environments, biodiversity, and ecosystems. These areas are managed to balance environmental conservation with sustainable use by humans, such as scientific research, tourism, or traditional livelihoods. They help safeguard plant and animal species, maintain ecological processes, and support the well-being of local communities. Conservation units vary in strictness—from strict reserves with limited human activity to areas allowing sustainable use—aiming to ensure nature's health while respecting human needs.