Caribbean National Forest VS Guanica State Forest

CARIBBEAN NATIONAL FORESTVS.

GUÁNICA STATE FOREST

BIOL3009-130Prof. LleraJuly 6th, 2012.

Alexandra DíazAndrea ColónAngelin Figueroa Charlene RiveraEdwin J. AlvaradoNicolle 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.