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The ecosystem of Ilha dos Cães is unique and fragile. The island is surrounded by the Amazon River and its tributaries, which provide a rich source of nutrients for the plants and animals that live there. The forest on the island is dominated by tree species such as Brazil nut, kapok, and açaí. The undergrowth is dense, with a variety of shrubs, vines, and epiphytes.