The country's tree cover extent, which originally spanned over 56 million hectares, has been significantly disturbed, with over 1.30 million hectares affected. This disturbance and net loss of tree cover have serious implications for carbon emissions and biodiversity.
Venezuela's rich biodiversity and carbon sequestration capacity are at risk due to these environmental pressures. The recent fire incident in Monagas serves as a reminder of the persistent threat that wildfires pose to the country's forests. As the global community continues to grapple with climate change, the situation in Venezuela underscores the need for concerted efforts to protect and restore vital ecosystems.
