On the right side of the fence is a natural local forest. Note that it is vibrant green despite the fact that we are two months into the dry season. If you were to stay a while you would hear a variety of birds, pick out dozens of trees, and maybe even spot some of the variety of lizards, mammals, insects and small plants that make up a healthy forest.
On the left- dead grass, cows, and some mostly dry trees. Not much there. Ugly. Allows topsoil to blow away in huge, choking clouds and is subject to frequent fires. Also allows erosion to carry soil down into rivers, eventually choking out reefs and ruining surf breaks.

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