This deforestation removes habitats for animals in the area of removal. In the first source the author states that, "Large tracts of land were cleared for various uses, leading to loss of forests and habitat." This activity of deforestation is a detriment to the land and animals of an ecosystem. Another way that human activity is negatively harming the Bay's health is through non-point pollutants. These pollutants come from hard to find sources of human activity. A few examples of these harmful non-point pollutants include, "chemicals from the tar on roads; fertilizers and pesticides from lawns and farms; soap from people washing their cars; and trash that is thrown on the ground"( dnr.maryland.gov 2024 ). These items, all from human activity, send pollution towards the Chesapeake Bay and harm its
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