Caribbean

Jackie, Michael, Dapo, YrbenkaPeriod 2

Hot Spot location: Caribbean Islands

Tropical Climate

Population density to extinct species ratio-155 human population:38 extinct species

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

• 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