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CARIBBEAN NATIONAL FOREST
VS.
GUÁNICA STATE FOREST
Alexandra Díaz
Andrea Colón
Angelin Figueroa
Charlene Rivera
Edwin J. Alvarado
Nicolle Rosa
INTRODUCTION
Two very different ecosystems.
Biodiversity determining factor for
ecosystems’ value.
Biomass accumulation.
BIODIVERSITY
Degree of variation in organisms
within a biome, an ecosystem, or an
entire biosphere.
Harsh conditions shaped
ecosystems.
Proximity to shoreline.
Diverse zootomy and phytotomy.
FLORA
Sub-forest species.
Plant adaptations.
Diversity.
Pollution.
FAUNA
Ecological compensation.
Mimicry.
Habitat.
Behavior.
Endangered species.
CLIMATE
Diverse temperatures and
precipitation.
Humidity vs. Aridity
Global Warming.
Climate shift.
CONCLUSION
G.S.F. is more diverse than the C.N.F.
Climate duality.
Location.
Fauna.
Flora.
INDIVIDUAL MEMBER IMPACT
Bird survivability at G.S.F.
Human conscience.
Plant adaptation to resist aridity.
Plant use for basic needs.
Human influence: use vs. abuse
Wind shearing.