The Issues:
Central America
Central America by state
FLIGHTS: Central America
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State: Belize Description: Belize, a severely impoverished Central American country, but with one of the world’s richest habitats for diverse fauna and flora is at a crossroads with the dual problems of trying to preserve its natural heritage while both succumbing to and fending off wealthy developers. EcoFlight has a history of working with wildlife and conservation organizations in Belize. |
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State: Idaho Region: Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem Description: The Blackfoot River valley is part of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, home to hundreds of species of wildlife. The region has seen impacts from dozens of phosphate mines, around half of which are Superfund sites. Proper cleanup and halting of future development are essential. |
