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canopy—the uppermost layer of branches in the rain forest
civilization—a place where people live that has stores, hospitals, and
other necessities
conservation—the planned management of a natural resource to protect it
devastates—brings overwhelming sadness
obstacles—objects that slow or stop movements
ornithologist—a scientist who studies birds
plummets—falls quickly
rain forest—a thick, green forest that receives a lot of rain; rain forests are
home to many different plants and animals.
turbulence—quick, irregular movements of air; when an airplane hits
turbulence, the ride can be bumpy.
unconscious—not awake, especially because of an injury
wreckage—the broken parts of an object
zoologist—a scientist who studies animals
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