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n Alta Floresta, Mato Grosso, the city has begun the process of installing canopy bridges with the goal of reducing wildlife collisions and assisting in the movement of native animals.
The canopy bridge is made of three types of steel cables with different braiding and weaving patterns.
According to the biologist responsible for coordinating the installation, Fernanda Abra, the walkways are of high quality and have low maintenance costs, with a lifespan of 10 years.
More than six species of monkeys living in the tourist region of Alta Floresta are at risk of extinction.
In addition to primates, six other types of animals use the walkway.
Monitoring cameras have been installed to track the crossings, and the images collected will be analyzed every thirty days for monitoring purposes.
The team is also studying a second phase of this project: a safe crossing under the street through culverts. This route will be used by animals such as tapirs, capybaras, and other land animals. To ensure they use the passage, a fenced area will guide them to the underground access.
Besides preventing animal deaths, the initiatives aim to ensure the safety of motorcyclists and drivers, protecting them from collisions with large animals.