Declining population of Tamarins due to habitat destruction
Possible Solution
Eco-Mochilas (environmentally-friendly bags
Introduction of bindes for sustainable cooking (clay stoves)
Effects of Solutions
- Reduced trash in forest habitat - Income for Colombian villagers - Reduced dependency on forest resources - Improved economic conditions
Key or academic vocabulary
Conservation: The act of protecting and preserving something, such as wildlife, natural resources, or ecosystems, to prevent their decline or destruction.
Cotton-top Tamarin: A specific species of primate (Saguinus oedipus) that is critically endangered and endemic to Colombia.
Endangered species: Species that are at risk of becoming extinct due to a declining population and threats to their survival.
Habitat destruction: The process of damaging or eliminating the natural environment or habitat where organisms, like the Cotton-top Tamarin, live.
Human colonization: The establishment and growth of human communities in areas that were previously uninhabited or sparsely populated.
Sustainability: The ability to maintain or support something over the long term without depleting resources or causing harm to the environment.
Field research: Scientific studies and investigations conducted in natural settings, such as forests or ecosystems, to gather information and data.
Key or academic vocabulary Forest habitat: The natural environment where Cotton-top Tamarins reside, including forests and wooded areas.
Forest resources: The materials and benefits obtained from forests, such as wood, food, and habitat, which are often overused.
Binde: A small clay stove-type structure introduced to villages for efficient and sustainable cooking practices.
Public support and awareness: The involvement and knowledge of the general public in advocating for and protecting environmental causes.
Poaching concerns: Worries about illegal hunting or capturing of wildlife, including the Cotton-top Tamarin.
Water health and pollution: The quality of water in terms of its safety for consumption and use, as well as the presence of harmful substances or pollutants.
ICUN Red List of Threatened Species: The International Union for Conservation of Nature's list categorizing the conservation status of species, including the Cotton-top Tamarin.
