People have long used forests as a source of food, wood, medicine, and recreation. When forests are lost, they can no longer provide these resources. Instead people must find other places to get these materials and services. They also must find ways to pay for the things they once got for free from the forest.
As a frequent visitor to rainforests, I can attest that these ecsosystems provide much more than life-saving medicines and nourishing fruit. Rainforests are found in a variety of landscapes: some are situated on scenic mountain ranges, others hug giant lowland rivers, while more still are found near beautiful beaches and coral reefs. Rainforests offer opportunities for cultural exchange, photography, adventure, fishing, hiking, relaxation, birding and wildlife spotting.
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- What are some benefits provided by rainforests?
- Loss of renewable resources From our main rainforests web site
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