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The Wider Image: Illegal gold mining in the Amazon
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The Wider Image: Illegal gold mining in the Amazon
A helicopter patrols an illegal lane used by miners during Brazils environmental agency operation against illegal gold mining on indigenous land, in the heart of the Amazon rainforest, in Roraima state, Brazil April 17, 2016. At over 9.5 million hectares, the Yanomami territory is twice the size of Switzerland and home to around 27, 000 indians. The land has legally belonged to the Yanomami since 1992, but illegal miners continue to plague the area, sawing down trees and poisoning rivers with mercury in their lust for gold. REUTERS/Bruno Kelly SEARCH " AMAZON GOLD" FOR THIS STORY. SEARCH " THE WIDER IMAGE" FOR ALL STORIES TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
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This print captures the ongoing battle against illegal gold mining in the heart of the Amazon rainforest. Taken during a Brazilian environmental agency operation, a helicopter patrols an illegal lane used by miners on indigenous land in Roraima state, Brazil. The image showcases the vastness and beauty of the Yanomami territory, which spans over 9.5 million hectares and is home to approximately 27,000 indigenous people. Despite legally belonging to the Yanomami since 1992, this sacred land continues to be plagued by illegal miners who relentlessly destroy its natural resources. In their ruthless pursuit of gold, these miners saw down trees and poison rivers with mercury, causing irreparable damage to both wildlife and the environment. The aerial view provided by this photograph highlights not only the extent of destruction but also serves as a reminder of our responsibility towards preserving nature's wonders. It prompts us to question our actions and consider how we can protect such precious ecosystems from further harm. Through his lens, photographer Bruno Kelly sheds light on this crime against nature while showcasing its creative use as evidence for raising awareness about environmental issues worldwide. This powerful image serves as a call-to-action for all those concerned about preserving our planet's delicate balance between progress and sustainability.
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