species – n. biology : a group of animals or plants that are similar and can produce young animals or plants : a group of related animals or plants that is smaller than a genus

compliment – n. a remark that says something good about someone or something

activist – n. a person who uses or supports strong actions (such as public protests) to help make changes in politics or society

lumber – n. wooden boards or logs that have been sawed and cut for use

restore – v. to put or bring back to an earlier or original state

conservation – n. the protection of animals, plants, and natural resources