Biological reserve (Brazil)

A biological reserve (Portuguese: Reserva biológica, Rebio) in Brazil is a legally defined type of protected area of Brazil, a conservation unit that aims for full preservation of biota and other natural attributes without human interference.

It may be visited only with prior approval of the responsible agency, and only for research or educational purposes.

A "Biological reserve" in Brazil is one of the Integral Protection Units defined by Article 13 of Law No.

[2] This category of conservation unit aims at full preservation of biota and other natural attributes without direct human interference or environmental changes.

Public access is prohibited with the exception of visits for educational purposes as defined in management plan.