Atlas del Gran Chaco Americano
A comprehensive scientific atlas of South America's largest dry forest region
The Atlas del Gran Chaco Americano is a landmark scientific publication documenting the 1.14 million km² Gran Chaco region—the second-largest forest ecosystem in South America after the Amazon. This comprehensive work spans four countries: Argentina (59%), Paraguay (23%), Bolivia (13%), and Brazil (5%).
Geographic Extent
The Gran Chaco stretches from the eastern foothills of the Andes to the Río Paraguay, and from the tropical regions of Bolivia to the temperate zones of central Argentina. This vast territory encompasses some of the most biodiverse dry forests on Earth.
Atlas Contents
Physical Geography
Detailed maps of topography, hydrology, and soil composition across the region.
Climate Data
Precipitation and temperature distribution patterns throughout the Chaco.
Biodiversity
Documentation of the unique flora and fauna adapted to extreme conditions.
Indigenous Peoples
Territorial distribution and cultural heritage of native communities.
Scientific Significance
The Atlas was developed by GTZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Technische Zusammenarbeit) in collaboration with local institutions across all four Chaco countries. It serves as the definitive reference work for researchers, conservationists, and policymakers working in the region.
By consolidating decades of scientific research into a single comprehensive resource, the Atlas provides the foundation for evidence-based conservation strategies and sustainable development initiatives across the Gran Chaco.
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