The Amazon rainforest rebounds from "summary" of The World Without Us by Alan Weisman
In a world without humans, the Amazon rainforest would undergo a remarkable transformation. Freed from the pressures of deforestation, logging, and agriculture, the forest would begin to reclaim the land that was once lost. Trees would quickly sprout up in the cleared areas, their roots reaching deep into the soil and anchoring themselves firmly in place. With no more chainsaws to fell them, the trees would grow tall and strong, forming a dense canopy that would block out the harsh sunlight and create a cool, shaded understory below. As the trees grew, they would begin to attract a wide variety of animals back to the forest. Birds would return to nest in the branches, monkeys would swing from tree to tree, and jaguars would prowl through the undergrowth in search of prey. With the return of these animals, the delicate balance of the ecosystem would be restored, creating a thriving and diverse community of plants and animal...
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