The study shows that species that often occur together now are projected
to shift in very different ways, resulting in new ecological communities.
These novel (or "no-analog") communities may disrupt complex webs of plant
and animal interactions, with unanticipated consequences for species and
ecosystems.
An interesting impact of the US on unsustainable resource harvesting in Latin America. Chicle, a primary ingredient in chewing gum is likely depleted in 25-40 years at the current rate.
This web page is great for teaching sceince using case studies. You do need tp go through a registration process and there are a few hoops to jump through but it is worth it!
This will give you the maps (and all the other birds done in the survey) used in Activity 1: Introduction to Bird Population Trends. Although each link is for the 2000-2005 maps, once you get the bird map you want, there is a link above the map that will give you the 1980-1985 historical map as well.
Students will discuss the importance of maintaining ecosystems and will learn about the various arguments that people make in favor of preserving the Earth's biodiversity.