The Mata Atlântica, the Atlantic Forest in Brazil, is considered to be one of the most species-rich ecosystems on earth. New species are still being discovered. It once ran along the Brazilian coast over many millions of hectares. But today almost two- thirds of Brazils population live within the range of this rainforest. as a result it is estimated that only between seven and twelve percent remains intact. These remaining areas often exist as isolated forest islands and are far too small and too far apart to provide sufficient habitat for the immense diversity of animal and plant species. In addition, the destruction by us humans continues unceasingly because of the need for raw materials and living space. In the action area of AMAP Brazil, a relatively large number of forest relics have been preserved due to the near-natural cocoa cultivation (the cocoa forest is called 'cabruca'). However, due climate change and increasing population pressure there is an urgent need for action here.