Habitat destruction

problem because the hemlock tree provides a habitat for many different species in eastern forests. Their canopy provides shade for species like turkey, deer, and hares, is an important roosting site for many birds, and regulates water temperatures by keeping streams cool enough for brook trout to inhabit them. The destruction of hemlock forests by the woolly adelgid is would have a major impact on the level of biodiversity in the ecosystem by eliminating a habitat for many species altogether.…

where dry winds reached up to sixty miles per hour, a humidity level reaching as low as six percent, and deadwood lying all across the forest floor struck by lightning. Not forgetting to mention the factor of human carelessness contributed to the destruction (Elfring). This event burned 3.7 million acres of land, and approximately 1.4 million of the Greater Yellowstone Area alone. In the end eleven percent of the GYA had been burned. The fires began in June and continued burning until November…

level of sustainable energy as an alternative to unsustainable ones, such that carbon emissions are significantly reduced, then the inflated planetary temperature would begin to fall. Therefore, allowing for the reconstruction of destroyed natural habitats, and if the international community acts now there may still be hope for the reconstruction of dwindling species. The institution of sustainable energy may not be as out of reach as one may believe, the Business Council for Sustainable Energy…

produce various resources. This combined with the ability of humanity to use tools and technology, allowed human population to grow further more, feeding back into a positive cycle, eventually effectively eliminating natural predators within the habitat and regional communities of humanity, despite the weakness of humans as individuals. As with any population…

it. Humans are cutting down the wood in the Amazon for resources. Everything is dying off because of the changes. It may be at a point of no return and impossible to save. The important plants are being destroyed for human resources. The Amazon is habitat to a variety of animals and humans. They’re suffering because the place they live is being destroyed. These plants have an affect on the Amazon and the world. The plant life is important to the Earth. The Rainforest acts as the “Lungs of the…

Nesting Habitat Destruction For many years, sea turtles have become affected by everything ranging from climate changes to pollution in the Earth's oceans. However, what many people don't know is that there are steps that can be taken and that are being taken to help prevent the destruction of these sea turtles habitats. Sea turtles can be helped in many different aspects, like by protecting their eggs. By minimizing lighting on beachfronts during their nesting season, it encourages them to…

“Make Me Human or Give Me Death” are examples of indigenous literature which speaks to the emotions of these often underrepresented communities. Authors Graciela Huinao and May Yang use personification and symbolism respectively to comment on the destruction caused by Americanization and educate communities on the current state of indigenous communities which have…

A fishery is a broad term used to describe any activity involving the harvesting of aquatic and marine animals, mainly fish. A fishery can refer to the fishing vessel, equipment and crew involved in the harvesting; the area that the fishing activity occurs in; and/or the species of interest. These can be wild captured seafood or seafood harvested through aquaculture. Commercial fisheries can also refer to the whole process of catching, processing and marketing the seafood for sale and involves…

ARE OCELOTS AT A RISK OF EXTINCTION? The ocelot, a nocturnal wildcat is one of many species to be on the endangered species list. Endangered species are living organisms that are at risk of extinction since their population is low. Depending on the region the ocelots fur ranges from a golden yellow to a dark brown with irregular patches and stripes. These wild cats are much larger than domestic cats, but are considerably smaller than other wild cats such as jaguars and tigers. Their tail can…

to the ecosystem and whose introduction causes or is likely to cause harm. Some of the characteristics are to tolerate a variety of habitat conditions, they grow and reproduce rapidly, and they lack natural enemies or pests in the new ecosystem. Some of the environmental impacts of invasive species are the extinction of local species, irreparable changes to the habitat, biodiversity of invaded ecosystems, and invasive and native species can mate to form hybrid species. Some of the economic…