During the last century, human impacts on our
planet have led to an increasing and alarming loss of
biodiversity in rainforest ecosystems. Scientists
estimate the current extinction rates exceed those of
some prehistoric mass extinction is, This loss of
biodiversity also means loss of genetic diversity and
loss of ecosystems. What could be done to minimize
this loss of biodiversity?

A. Introduce new species to rainforest
ase
ecosystems.

B. Write and pass new environmental protection
laws specific to rainforest ecosystems.

C. Build barriers around rainforest ecosystems to
keep animals and plants contained.

D. Move all rainforest animals to new ecosystems
where they will be safe.