The Amazon River is a famous river occupying the Amazon rainforest in northern Brazil. It has a huge basin which is two-fifths of national territory with the whole river taking up three-fifths.  It’s the second-largest river in the world for length and the world's largest for water flow though there is an ongoing debate on the exact length measurements. The Amazon River has a total of 18 tributaries. Like the Amazon rainforest, the climate is hot, humid, and rainy. The most common animals living around the river are monkeys, birds, and insects. Inside the river, fish are very common. 2,500 species have been found and more are being discovered as time goes on. Piranhas are among the most common species of fish. The Amazon River also has diverse vegetation and a lush canopy of trees covering the river. The Amazon River is a symbol of Brazil and one of the most significant landscapes in the world.