The force of the earthquake caused the entire mountainside to collapse and come sliding down on a neighborhood at the foot of the hill. Many individuals were buried alive and their homes were destroyed. Providing habitat for many creatures Trees and forests provide habitat for many creatures, including insects, birds, reptiles, and small mammals. Many of these creatures are near the bottom of the food chain, providing food for larger animals. When trees are cut down, many creatures are displaced.
Migratory birds have no place to rest or to nest.
Make a list of at least 10 contributions that trees make to humans specifically and ecosystems in general. You can include contributions that have already been mentioned in the different sections of this article. Roads cut illegally through American forests cause environmental problems. The National Arbor Day Foundation site also includes educational materials on The Life of the Forest and Majestic Trees of America . The Canadian paper producer Domtar offers an excellent educational site called The World of Trees .