Deforestation is wiping out habitat for plants and animals around the world. It is linked to reductions in air and water quality, hastening climate change, and is contributing to increased rates of drought and fire.Read more at http://news.mongabay.com/2014/0508-morgan-deforestation-disease.html#AkPi0BoMmapcRrmX.99 Deforestation is wiping out habitat for plants and animals around the world. It is linked to reductions in air and water quality, hastening climate change, and is contributing to increased rates of drought and fire.