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Caribbean. Jackie, Michael, Dapo, Yrbenka Period 2. The Tropical Hotspot. Hot Spot location: Caribbean Islands Tropical Climate Population density to extinct species ratio-155 human population:38 extinct species. Human. Impact. Forest clearings to build homes Sugar plantations
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Caribbean Jackie, Michael, Dapo, Yrbenka Period 2
The Tropical Hotspot • Hot Spot location: Caribbean Islands • Tropical Climate • Population density to extinct species ratio-155 human population:38 extinct species
Human Impact • Forest clearings to build homes • Sugar plantations • Introduction of alien species such as deer • Tourism has lead to the clearing of ecosystems in order for golf courses, roads, and other facilities
ConservationActions • 13 percent of the land is being protected • Much more enforcement is need to protect it • Groups of citizens as well as larger corporations are coming together to conserve the biodiversity of the Caribbeans Islands • Groups include: Bahamas National Trust and National Parks Foundation • Enhanced by tourists and governmental organizations that help to maintain environment protection