the current area is greatly reduced and fragmented into localized forest remnants, mainly in areas with difficult access. the preservation of these remnants will guarantee the containment of the slopes, roviding oppertunities to enjoy these lush landscapes and the development of targetted eco-tourism activity, besides serving as shelter for various traditional populations, including indigenous tribes.

their importance is further justified by the fact that the water sources inside the forest supply approximately 70% of the population of brazil.

the dense rainforest occupies the majority of the mata atlântica, with the main distribution inside the biome. present in the entire band of the coastal strip from rio grande do norte until rio grande do sul. this particular vegetation is associated with the humid climate of the southern and south eastern coastal regions, in the absence regular dry seasons and with eased thermal ranges for maritime influences.