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Should we prevent species from becoming extinct?
Plants and animals maintain the health of an ecosystem. When a species becomes endangered, it’s a sign that an ecosystem is out of balance. The conservation of endangered species, and restoring balance to the world’s ecosystems, is vital for humans, too.
Do humans have the responsibility to protect other animals against extinction?
As the most intelligent species on earth, humans have a responsibility to protect endangered animals and plants. Besides, the moral obligation, it’s important we protect the planet because when plants and animals become endangered so do we.
Are humans responsible for endangered species?
Human activities that influence the extinction and endangerment of wild species fall into a number of categories: (1) unsustainable hunting and harvesting that cause mortality at rates that exceed recruitment of new individuals, (2) land use practices like deforestation, urban and suburban development, agricultural …
What is the point of saving endangered species?
The benefits of conserving endangered species A well-balanced ecosystem maintains the health of the environment. This ensures that human beings have access to clean air and water, and fertile land for agriculture.
What are the responsibilities of mankind towards animals?
They care deeply about the health, well-being and safety of their animals and work hard to ensure their animal’s well being through proper management and shelter.
Why do species become extinct?
The main modern causes of extinction are the loss and degradation of habitat (mainly deforestation), over exploitation (hunting, overfishing), invasive species, climate change, and nitrogen pollution.
Why are endangered species becoming extinct?
Species become endangered for two main reasons: loss of habitat and loss of genetic variation. A loss of habitat can happen naturally. Human activity can also contribute to a loss of habitat. Development for housing, industry, and agriculture reduces the habitat of native organisms.