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    can also for see why it’s an endangered animal, with the dying population of trees. The reason for the preferred choice of living in the trees, is because of the simple fact, that they are harder to see when in the forest. You typically would have trouble trying to see them, in the forest. This is because they share similar colours, which blend really well. The frill neck lizard is commonly associated with Australia. To be more specific, Northern Australia. The only time they would ever leave…

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    Becoming a forest ranger is more complicated than what people think. A bachelor's degree in forestry or an associate's degree with experience is required for this job. Is being a forest too dangerous? Throughout the job they may be exposed to chemical pesticides while battling forest pests, or use power equipment such as tools. Forest Rangers perform a wide range of tasks for state and national forests but being a forest ranger has some safety risks. Forest rangers jobs focus on protecting and…

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    Cerrado Research Paper

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    biodiverse savanna in the world. However, it is not currently recognized by the Brazilian Constitution as a National Heritage.” According to CEPF.net, “ The Cerrado is also the only hotspot that consists largely of savanna, woodland/savanna and dry forest ecosystems. “ Citations: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cerrado…

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    Food Security In Brazil

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    food insecurity 36 with is very good they get there food from all around the world The biomes of the country There are two biomes in Brazil and they are the Amazon Rain Forest and the Savannah Amazon Rain Forest The Amazon Rain Forest covers about 60% of Brazil. Most of Brazilian wildlife is found in the Amazon Rain Forest and there are about 55,000 different types of plant species found. There are about 520 mammal species 1622 bird species, 468 reptile species and ranked fifth in countries…

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    The United States Department of the Interior is responsible for the conservation and or management of the natural resources and most of the land. Within the Department of Interior is the bureau of Indian Affairs, it’s one of the oldest bureaus in the Department of Interior; they handle some of the federal affairs with Native Americans. Civil rights is what we have been fighting for since the beginning of time. Each step we have took in life has made baby steps to our new and improved future with…

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    The Temperate Deciduous Forest The temperate deciduous forest is located in Canada, Japan, China, Japan, parts of Russia, and the eastern half of United States. Everywhere there in those places were described as beautiful and majestic. When the leaves fall down from the trees down to the soil, the nutrients in the leaves are being absorbed by the soil. The soils of the temperate deciduous forest tend to be very fertile. Also, because of this, the biome has fertile soil and a long, 5-6 month…

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    we lose parts of forest the size of twenty football fields. But you might ask why is this a problem or why should I care? Well, there is approximately over 30 million species of plants, animals and incest that call the rainforest their home. The loss of these species homes, which toke sixty to hundred million years to evolve isn’t the only reason deforestation is a problem and a lot of them affect you too. Twenty percent of the world’s oxygen is produced in the amazon rain forest alone along…

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    Okapis are only found in the tropical forests of northern Zaire, also known as the Democratic Republic of congo. They live in the clearings and forest areas. In thick trees and underbrush, okapis rely on their hearing to keep from danger. The frequent river banks and stream bed. Occur in the dense rainforests at elevations with their range. ‘The okapi is a herbivorous animal meaning that it survives on a diet that is only comprised of plant matter’(A-Z Animals). They eat tree leaves, buds,…

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    To be considered indigenous, you must be native to the land. However, imperialism caused a loss of indigenous tribe’s culture and their people. Currently, Forests in Brazil are being cut down. The Kawahiva in Rio Pardo, Brazil are currently becoming history. The Kawahiva’s lifestyle consists of constantly moving within the Amazon Rainforest and using natural resources to function daily. With their lack of resources due to government and illegal logger the Kawahiva are becoming more afraid for…

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    1. In the story, the Once-ler represents greedy corporations and the Lorax represents natures advocate. The Once-ler is only concerned about making his business bigger, while the Lorax tries to bargain with him to protect the environment. 2. The Once-ler saw the environment as a business opportunity and nothing more. While the Once-ler did express appreciation for the Tuffula trees, he was more concerned with creating bigger business from them. 3. The Once-lers business failed…

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