A Student Guide to Tropical Forest Conservation

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  • Authors: Mastrantonio, J. Louise; Francis, John K.
  • Publication Year: 1997
  • Publication Series: General Technical Report (GTR)
  • Source: Gen. Tech. Rep. SO-123. New Orleans, LA: U.S. Dept of Agriculture, Forest Service, Southern Forest Experiment Station. 20 p.
  • DOI: 10.2737/SO-GTR-123

Abstract

Tropical forests, which circle the globe, are surprisingly diverse, ranging from rain forests to savannas. Tropical forests are disappearing at an alarming rate as they are converted to farmland and other uses. Modern forest management practices can help stem the tide by providing income and valuable products while maintaining forest cover. Puerto Rico has already gone through deforestation and partial reforestation. The Luquillo Experimental Forest is an interesting example of a protected and managed tropical forest.

  • Citation: Mastrantonio, J. Louise; Francis, John K. 1997. A Student Guide to Tropical Forest Conservation. Gen. Tech. Rep. SO-123. New Orleans, LA: U.S. Dept of Agriculture, Forest Service, Southern Forest Experiment Station. 20 p.
  • Keywords: Deforestation, forest management, Luquillo Experimental Forest, tropical forest
  • Posted Date: January 1, 2000
  • Modified Date: August 22, 2006

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