But is is doubtful that any of the troglobites have survived. This kind of pollution will be an increasing problem in the future. Also, when a lot is sold for a house to be built, the first thing that happens is the trees are cleared if the lot has not been farmed. This disrupts the soil, and sediment is again added to caves below. This problem is hampered by the amount of money people are willing to pay to live in bedroom communities.
Developers can make scads of money, and the short-term gain wins out.
The people inadvertently destroy the primary reason they live in the community - to get back to nature. Irresponsible caving Over the last hundred years, an era began that viewed caves as a source of recreation. This was brought about by increased leisure time, affluence, and the age of the automobile. Caves were places that people could go to for warmth and coolness. It was not uncommon for people to build dance floors inside caves.