Ecosystems and biodiversity of Ecuador

1.      Ecosystem – A community of plants, animals, and other living things in one area.

2.      Biodiversity – The variety of plants and animals in a place.

3.      Rainforest – A hot, wet forest with many trees and animals.

4.      Species – A group of similar animals or plants.

5.      Habitat – The natural home of an animal or plant.

6.      Environment – The natural world around us.

7.      Conservation – The protection of nature and wildlife.

8.      Endangered – In danger of disappearing forever.

9.      Climate – The usual weather conditions of a place.

10.   Pollution – Dirty or harmful substances in the environment.

11.   Deforestation – Cutting down many trees in forests.

12.   Volcano – A mountain that can erupt with lava and ash.

13.   Mangrove – A tree that grows in water near the sea.

14.   Wildlife – Animals living in nature.

15.   Island – A piece of land surrounded by water.

16.   Oxygen – A gas in the air that humans and animals need to live.

17.   Protect – To keep something safe from harm.

18.   Natural resources – Materials from nature that people use, like water or wood.

19.   Marine life – Animals and plants that live in the sea.

20.   Evolution – The process of living things changing over time.