What are the ecological issues presented in the text in Kingsolvers prodigal summer

At a time when global warming and extinction are true threats to our planet, this theme (ecological issues) shows how truly amazing and complex nature is, as well as how easily it can be tragically altered. This small piece of land in the American south reveals only a small portion of the amount of species that exist on this planet, as well as how little effort it takes from mankind to destroy it. This theme is something that all people must keep in mind as they go about their days on Earth. How can mankind undo what has been done? What must everyone know about the land they inhabit? How can we as a species protect what surrounds us and includes us?