Effects of Deforestation

Did You Know?

The World Resources Institute regards deforestation as one of the world's most pressing land-use problems.

An area of forest equal to 20 football or rugby fields is lost every minute.

South Africa's climate is such that less than 0,5% of its surface area is covered with indigenous forest - great care should be taken to conserve the little we have.

Useful Links on Effects of Deforestation:

Consequences of Deforestation:
http://www.bcb.uwc.ac.za/envfacts/facts/deforestation.htm