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The Urgency of Preventing Wildlife Extinction |
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Wildlife extinction, the disappearance of wild animals due to natural or
unnatural causes, has become one of the planet's most pressing environmental
concerns. It has surpassed pollution and global warming, with over 34,000 plant
species and 5,200 animal species threatened with extinction, and many thousands
more becoming extinct every year. Habitat destruction, commercial exploitation,
pollution, and global warming are the primary causes of species extinction or
endangerment.
Direct habitat destruction, which threatens most species, is caused by various
human activities. Pollution, urbanization, and agricultural practices have
destroyed or severely damaged wildlife habitats. Urban development, like
agricultural activities, has led to the direct replacement of natural habitats
and the depletion of local resources like water. Shortage of water is
detrimental to the survival of many species. Pollution, caused by mining, oil
spills, and acid rain, has also wiped out species in many habitats and destroyed
large tracts of forested land.
Global warming, on the other hand, can alter habitats drastically, with serious
consequences for numerous species. It has caused expanses of evergreen forests
located south of the tundra to shrink, and it has also resulted in the shifting
of forests and grasslands towards more appropriate climate regimes.
Unfortunately, animal species cannot shift their ranges quickly enough, leaving
them with no habitat to shift into.
In conclusion, the extinction of wildlife species is a grave matter that
requires urgent action. Preventing it is of utmost importance to preserve our
planet's biodiversity and ensure the survival of future generations. We must
take immediate steps to reduce habitat destruction, curb pollution, and address
global warming to protect our wildlife and maintain the delicate balance of our
ecosystems. |
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