PhysOrg Posted November 9, 2016 Share Posted November 9, 2016 Among its many other claims to fame, the Amazon rainforest contains more than 1,500 bird species. Around a quarter of them are found nowhere else on Earth. Many of these birds have evolved to fill a specific role – whether that means eating particular types of insects, or scattering a certain size of seed, they all play a part in one of the world's most complex ecological networks, keeping the forest healthy and resilient. More than 90% of tropical trees and shrubs depend on animals to disperse their seeds, for example. These "biodiversity services" are crucial. Read the full article on PhysOrg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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