Municipalities in the Peruvian Amazon have granted legal rights to native stingless bees, marking the first time an insect species is recognized as a rights-bearing entity. These ordinances aim to protect the bees' right to exist and thrive, acknowledging their crucial role as pollinators essential for Amazonian plant species, forest regeneration, and local economies. The move comes amid increasing threats to bee populations from deforestation, pesticide use, and climate change, signaling a novel approach to biodiversity protection.