💨 Abstract

Colombia lost nearly 88,900 hectares of forest in six months (October 2024 to March 2025), primarily due to illegal roads, coca cultivation, and unregulated mining. The deforestation, covering an area larger than New York City, impacted crucial regions like Caqueta, Guaviare, and Putumayo. Illegal roads facilitated environmental damage and illicit activities, while coca crops and illegal gold mining remain key drivers.

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