Logging interests cut down rain forest trees for timber used in flooring, furniture, and other items.
Power plants and other industries cut and burn trees to generate electricity.
The paper industry turns huge tracts of rainforest trees into pulp.
The cattle industry uses slash-and-burn techniques to clear ranch land.
Power plants and other industries cut and burn trees to generate electricity.
The paper industry turns huge tracts of rainforest trees into pulp.
The cattle industry uses slash-and-burn techniques to clear ranch land.
Endangered Species
Jaguars, gorillas, poison dart frogs, bengal tigers, chimpanzees, harpy eagles, and orangutans are all species in the tropical rain forest that are endangered.
Climate Change
It is possible that climate change will affect the tropical rainforest by producing less rainfall which means plants and animals will have to adapt.