protected wilderness
[prə-ˈtek-təd ˈwil-dər-nəs]
nounpl: protected wildernesses
área selvagem protegida
1. A large tract of undeveloped land that is legally designated and managed to preserve its natural state, wildlife, and ecological integrity, with restrictions on human development and activities
The protected wilderness in the Amazon basin is home to countless species found nowhere else on Earth.
A área selvagem protegida na bacia amazônica abriga inúmeras espécies encontradas em nenhum outro lugar da Terra.
2. A conservation area established by government or environmental organizations to maintain biodiversity and prevent exploitation
Tourism in the protected wilderness must follow strict guidelines to minimize environmental impact.
O turismo na área selvagem protegida deve seguir diretrizes rigorosas para minimizar o impacto ambiental.
The concept of 'protected wilderness' is particularly relevant in Brazil, home to the Amazon rainforest and other biodiverse ecosystems. Brazilian environmental policy emphasizes 'áreas selvagens protegidas' as critical for combating deforestation and preserving indigenous lands. In the USA, protected wilderness areas are often associated with national parks and the preservation of natural heritage for future generations. The term reflects growing global awareness of conservation needs and the tension between development and environmental protection.
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