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“Deep in the wilds of Venezuela, the natural order is being turned inside out. Miles of verdant forest and savannah have given way to small and scattered islands. Some of these islands are now overrun by bands of voracious howler monkeys, a glut of iguanas and hordes of ravenous ants. What is driving this bizarre transformation? A team of scientists believes that life here has run amok in large part because its top predators are gone. Similarly, the majestic wilderness of Yellowstone National Park is also showing signs of change that some scientists trace to the depletion of natural predators. Familiar and revered forests have vanished. Researchers are linking these forest losses to the expulsion of the gray wolf some seventy years ago. In Venezuela and around the world, experts are learning that predators seem to play a crucial role in the structure and function of entire ecosystems. When the predators disappear, the consequences can be dramatic. If predators are so vital, should they — and can they — be brought back?”

//**Group 6: Fiji Namena Marine Reserve**//

== You guys need to summarize the articles. Go into more details. You totally missed the answer for number 1, 3 and 5. You guys only wrote 86 words for a 2-3 day assignment. This is NOT worth 75 points!!!! ==

[] 1. What are the problems faced by the people of Fiji?

There is no running water, no power lines, no electricity, and no stores. This island does not have computers or

televisions. Many of the villagers are wearing clothes made themselves. ** many of the aquatic animals are dieing off. There are pollution, **


 * climate change, and tourism. (You still did not touch or explain these main problems) **

2. What is the Kubalau district doing to protect life underwater and their culture?

They are trying to raise money from tourist to protect and save the reef.

3. What are the local people doing along with the CORAL organization at the Namena Marine Reserve?

The goal is for the locals to take charge of the area without the help of any conversation organization

4. How are their efforts in Namena Marine Reserve paying off?

The efforts are good, because all the fish are coming back from less fishermen.

5. How are they working towards preserving their culture? To conserve their culture, the children are learning traditional performances, like customary war dances

You group did not do a very good job of explaining what was going on. You need to give more details. 58/75

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