Biotic Factors
Keystone Species: Orangutan
Orangutans act as a keystone species in the Amazon Rainforest. They disperse seeds throughout the forest which keeps plant populations alive. They also are helping keep the rainforest diverse.
Picture (right): http://inhabitat.com/new-study-shows-orangutans-are-the-true-green-architects-of-the-natural-world/orangutan-monkey-building-nest/ |
Endangered Species: Golden Bellied Capuchin
Picture (left): http://www.lovethesepics.com/2011/10/amazing-amazonia-amazon-rainforest-46-pics/