morning pick-me-up? Unfortunately it isn't. Much of today's coffee is grown in such a way that it damages the environment, although it has been proven that there are far less harmful methods. Coffee grows only in the tropics, in Mexico, Central and Latin America, Indonesia, and Africa. The field must be at an altitude between 3000 and 5000 feet with a temperature between 65 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit. For optimum growth, coffee must have shade from nearby trees and overhead growth, but it also requires
because I like the animals in the forest like lizards, birds, sloths and jaguars.Also I like the plants in the Rainforest because they are cool and colorful and here are some flowers that are in the Rainforests like the lilies, heliconia and the bromeliads. The largest rainforests are in the Amazon River Basin South America, the Congo River Basin western Africa, and throughout much of southeast Asia. Smaller rainforests are located in Central America, Madagascar, Australia and nearby islands, India, and
primary vegetation. In 2000, there were 25 biodiversity hotspots and possible 9 more were on the verge of becoming a hotspot. Some of these hotspots are Atlantic forest and tropical rain forest found in South America, Caribbean islands and Mesoamerica found in North America and Central America, Mediterranean Basin...
Major Groups of the Animal The major group that hawks belong to is the bird group. Hawks have wings and feathers to fly. Which all are characteristics of birds. The hawk has eyes on the sides of its head so it can see all around, similar to a normal bird. The differences between the hawk and other birds is that the hawk is a bird of prey. “Birds of prey'; or raptors make their living by hunting, killing, and consuming live animals. They are at the top of the ecological food chain which makes
WHY ARE RAINFORESTS IMPORTANT? Tropical rainforests are among the most important natural features on our planet. Rainforests only cover 2% of the Earth's surface, but are homes to over 50% of all species of plants and animals living here. Rainforest trees help the planet breathe by absorbing carbon dioxide (a Greenhouse Gas) from the atmosphere, and producing the oxygen that people and animals need to survive. If the Earth had lungs like human beings, the rainforests would be those lungs. Rainforests
Calliope hummingbird Selasphorus calliope Species Description The Calliope hummingbird is the smallest bird in North America, north of Mexico [1]. For males, the average weight is about 2.5 grams, while females are a little larger, with an average weight around 2.83 grams [2]. Adult males and females share some common physical traits. They both have glossy green upper plumages, creamy white color on the under plumages and relatively short beaks and tails [2]. They also have distinctive, unique
Maya Angelou explains ( in her autobiography, Why the Caged Bird Sings,) why her religious background and church upbringing are so important to her life and poetic writing. I came to know Jesus, as I was married and sad, I found in him a resting place, and He made me glad. (page 124). She also states The good Lord gave me another day and I 'm thankful. (page 122). I know I am a witness for my Lord. (Page 124). The Bible says, he who can hear let them hear. Maya wants the world to hear her sing through
The Common Starling, otherwise known as Sturnus Vulgaris or European Starling, is a medium sized songbird that is a member of the Sturnidae bird family. These birds are known to mimic sounds from other species and can even mimic human speech when held in captivity. They are very stout in their build and have short tails. They change color depending on the season, such as purple-green feathers in the summer and brown feathers with white spots in the winter. Common Starlings originated in Europe, specifically
The Golden Cheeked Warbler is a very rare and endangered bird. Dendroica chrysoparia, is the scientific name for this bird. The GCW is a small song bird, about 4.5 inches, with a black throat that extends as stripes down the chest, a yellow face, giving it its name, a white belly, a black crown and back, black lines through the eyes, and two white wing bars. The reason the Golden Cheeked Warbler is so endangered is because its entire species nests in the Texas Ashe-juniper and oak woodlands of
The European Starling or Sturnus vulgaris is a brownish black bird speckled with white spots. The juvenile is slightly browner, while the fully grown bird is black and more lustrous. They are native to Eurasia and North Africa. They have a stout stature, with a short tail. The European Starling is invasive in North America. It was introduced in New York but quickly spread around the U.S. and Southern Canada. They range all the way from sea to sea, and from Florida to Alberta. They
Serving as a reminder of South Central Los Angeles’ African American civil rights riots, Stacy Peralta’s 2008 Crips and Bloods: Made in America explores the tipping points that caused generations of psychologically oppressed and confined black youth of LA to change their tactics and methods of warfare in order survive by questioning the Los Angeles Police Department’s historical background towards the rise of gang culture. This documentary follows a timeline of the evolution of gang violence from
located in northern South America, whereas Cameroon is located on the inside bend of the African continent. In this paper I will compare the both these countries physical characteristics, climate, and the life in these countries Physical Characteristics Cameroon. Cameroon is a Triangular shaped country split up into four regions; North, Central, Southern, and Western. The Northern region contains a savanna, and is scattered with inselbergs. The only notable feature of the central region is the Adamawa
If you are interested in bird watching, the Connecticut River is the place to go. With eagles, ospreys and scores of other species, enthusiasts can see them up close and personal under the guidance of the RiverQuest crew and a set of high powered binoculars provided by the staff. The RiverQuest boat has two open decks along with a heated interior with large windows to keep you comfortable when the winds get too chilly outside. The thoroughly knowledgeable staff of Captain Mark Yuknat along with wife
change, it just can’t handle the amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Sidney Gauthreaux, a environmental science professor at the University of California, Berkeley lab that studies radar images of birds, said a cloudburst on weather radar animation captures a series of pulses of startled birds taking flight in the Little Rock suburb. "There is no question that the
geographical demographics in the entire Australian continent. Between the once volcanic mountains of the Central Highlands, the vast amount of estuaries that provide energy and beauty around the populated mid of Tasmania and the Tarkine, Australia’s largest temperate rainforest area , all fitting seemingly perfectly on the island of Tasmania, it is easy to see where the beauty comes from. The Central Highlands is home to Tasmania’s tallest mountain, Mount Ossa, which rises at 1,617 meters in the midst
Mocking Bird is the existence of racism and prejudice in the 1930 – 40's. Harper Lee succeeds in presenting the topic in a manner that is not overly simplistic and thus achieves the task of allowing the reader to fully appreciate the complex nature of unjust discrimination. Harper Lee's inclusion of characters such as Tom Robinson, Boo Radley, Dolphus Raymond and many others, aid the reader to grasp the concept of racism and its central role in the town of Maycomb. To Kill a Mocking Bird is narrated
and collogue William C. Cooper. They are migratory birds that focus highly on thermal air for direction. Female Cooper’s Hawk is one third larger than the males, and this species is a great example of dimorphism. They are among one of the most reverse sized dimorphism of any hawks in the world. They breed in forests and dense woods. They are also noticed to live in suburban and urban habitats. They consume prey of different sizes, including birds and mammals such as doves, robins, chipmunks, squirrels
It is not a matter of who you are; when you visit Costa Rica, you will discover that there are always going to be plenty of things for you to do. Explore the many options for Rica Tours, and you may have a hard time deciding where to start or which ones to choose. In fact, you are going to find that the possibilities for Costa Rica Tours are endless. The country has a vast and beautiful nature which means there are great activities to be found there. First of all, you have to let your Costa Rica
Chile: The country of many customs Situated along the southwestern coast of South America, Chile has an area of 756,950 sq km (292,260 sq mi). Comparatively, the area occupied by Chile is slightly smaller than twice the size of the state of Montana. Included in the national territory are the Juan Fernández Islands, Easter Island, and other Pacific islands. A dispute with Argentina over three small islands in the Beagle Channel almost led to war between the two countries in 1978, but papal intervention
the North Atlantic Ocean to the north, and the Caribbean Sea to the south (Central Intelligence Agency), which classifies it as an island country. Just under 42,500 square miles, Cuba is the 105th largest country in the world (Nation Facts). This makes Cuba on the smaller side of a country, as there are 196 countries in the world. Also, similar to many other countries in the area, Cuba has a wet season and a dry season (Central Intelligence Agency). In addition to unique geography, Cuba is also a host