Coffee farmers in Colombia's Cauca Valley have made peace with the spectacled bear, an Andean species threatened by habitat loss and hunting.Through a public-private initiative called "We Conserve Life," farmers have set aside part of their land for the bear's protection in exchange for benefits such as improved water treatment systems and coffee processing technology.This strategy has not only safeguarded the bear but also led to the restoration of forests and the revival of biodiversity in the area.The spectacled bear, named for the distinctive white markings around its eyes, plays a crucial role in .

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