deforestation
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He added that the findings suggest wildlife trade should be considered one of the major drivers of disease emergence, alongside deforestation, agriculture and climate change.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
This approach allowed researchers to produce the most detailed map yet of biomass changes across Africa, capturing patterns of deforestation at a local level over a full decade.
From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026
Environmentalists have condemned the expansion of illegal mining in the area, saying it has caused rampant deforestation and river pollution.
From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026
Illegal mining has expanded in the country, with many environmentalists condemning the deforestation and pollution.
From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026
“Illegal deforestation makes it worse. Land that has been cleared for development—cattle grazing, clearing for lumber—increases the likelihood of burning. Another stress.”
From "Paradise on Fire" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
Vocabulary lists containing deforestation
Africa - Introductory
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South America - Middle School
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Canada - Introductory
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