Jorge Bellix
Jorge Bellix is the president of Mata Ciliar, an NGO dedicated to the rehabilitation of wildlife in Brazil. With a background in agronomy, he has been instrumental in addressing the critical challenges faced by native species, particularly in urbanized areas like São Paulo, where rapid development encroaches on natural habitats. Under his leadership, Mata Ciliar has successfully treated over 32,000 animals in nearly three decades, advocating for conservation and awareness of the risks posed to wildlife by human activities.
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