These advances were made in the hopes that we might learn more about our future as we see more clearly into the past. It seems that Amazonian archaeology has diverged into two main views. Simply put, one group is comprised of those who support Dr, Meggers' work and theories, and the second of those who support Dr. Roosevelt's. Either we gain a broader perspective of the subject, or we lose cooperation and therefore results with the strict separation of researchers by beliefs. It seems that without oposing opinions, human nature would cause laziness to develop, hence researchers would be less inclined to provide strong support for their theories, thereby allowing certain theories to be built upon.
Diversity is a necessity in all lines of work, including archaeology.
The rainforest is increasingly becoming smaller. Presently, we are on our way to the complete obilteration of it. One way to begin solving the problem, Meggers says, is to stop trying to force square pegs into round holes. Presently, she states, we chop down rainforest to graze cattle which are unsuited to the climate of the Amazon, when we should be breeding manatees which yield more meat and hide. The rapid destruction and overexploitation of the Amazonian rain forest is one good reason why archaeology should continue in the area.