Brazilian reserve rehabilitates and releases wildlife
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In Nova Ponte, Minas Gerais, Brazil, the Jacob Private Natural Heritage Reserve (RPPN Jacob) has successfully rehabilitated and released over 90 wild animals back into their natural habitats.
The reserve, maintained by ENGIE Brasil, focuses especially on the giant anteater, a threatened species of the Cerrado biome. It houses the country’s largest enclosure, 2,500 square meters, dedicated to giant anteater rehabilitation, where orphaned animals receive care and preparation for life in the wild.
Since its creation, RPPN Jacob has aided in the recovery of various species including macaws, deer, and emus, monitoring released animals for at least one year using GPS and radio tracking. In 2025, the reserve began implementing a protocol developed by the Chico Mendes Institute for Biodiversity Conservation (ICMBio) for rehabilitating young giant anteaters. The reserve also partners with universities and technology companies to research animal health, implanting devices to monitor physiological indicators.
Named after former landowner Agripino Jacob, the 358-hectare reserve receives approximately R$ 50,000 monthly from ENGIE Brasil to support infrastructure and conservation efforts, including the Animal Release Areas (ASAS) project developed with the State Forest Institute of Minas Gerais.
