The purpose of this blog is to raise awareness on the issue of deforestation specifically in the Amazon Rainforest. The Amazon is thought to be the most diverse eco-system in the world. It is home to people, mammals, birds, plants, and insects. These inhabitants are losing their homes because of the mass destruction of the wilderness they inhabit. 15% of this vast rainforest has already been destroyed by deforestation. The logging roads built into the forest also increase the possibility of illegal logging, over-hunting, fuel-wood gathering, and clearing for cattle ranches. Italy, China, Japan, the U.S. and other countries have taken few steps to ensure that the products they import from this region are truly legal. Greenpeace is an active organization in raising awareness on this issue as well as protesting and fighting the illegalities based on this issue. I hope that the development of this site will encourage you to think more about deforestation!