Biodiversity is a vital part of determining how ecosystems function. Diversity contributes to the health of the landscape. It can help decrease the spread of diseases and keep species populations are balanced.
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Introduction
Retrieved from: http://www.co.douglas.or.us/countyinfo/default.htm For this blog I’ll be exploring the “Land of Umpqua”, also known as Douglas county Oregon. This county extends from the pacific coast to the foot of the cascades. This region is rich in natural resources as well as culture and history. Roseburg, Oregon sits at the center of Douglas county, is …
What is Biodiversity?
My definition and understanding of biodiversity; biodiversity is the quantity of species living within a specified or defined area. The biodiversity of an area can be impacted by multiple factors including; topography, climate, weather, soil composition, etc.
From Coast to Cascades - The Biodiversity of Douglas County Oregon 