The efforts to protect animals, combat poverty, and address diseases are ongoing worldwide. However, the level of involvement from governments and individuals in these efforts varies greatly depending on the characteristics of the region in which they live. In my opinion, in some areas, the conservation of animals and their habitats requires substantial financial resources, and it is crucial for residents and their governments to continue investing in these efforts. Conversely, in other areas, urgent societal issues take precedence over the protection of endangered animals.
On one hand, developing regions and nations are confronted with complex social problems such as poverty and healthcare, making the conservation of wildlife and their habitats a secondary priority. For example, in Africa, suffering from poverty, starvation, and diseases leading to death is extremely common. This is exacerbated by the alarming rate at which rainforests, the home of many animal species, are being destroyed. This destruction is primarily caused by the activities of the general population, who rely heavily on wood as the major source of energy and cut down trees for heating and cooking. Residents are unable to meet their own basic human needs, therefore, they can hardly be expected to conserve wild animals or their habitats. It is clear that authorities need to prioritize spending money on solving pressing problems in society first if they want to protect animals and the environment in which they live.
On the other hand, high income in developed countries, where issues such as poverty and healthcare are no longer serious problems to society, is resulting in a significant allocation of funds for the conservation of endangered animals and their habitats. Many projects have been carried out, with infrastructure and research being the two most expensive. A notable example of this is the successful captive breeding program in zoos, which, despite costing a vast amount of money, has resulted in an increase in the world’s panda population. As the urgency of conserving endangered animals and their habitats grows, it is worth allocating more funding to this cause.
In conclusion, I acknowledge that the protection of animals and their habitats is receiving substantial funding in some areas, and it is reasonable to continue allocating funds to it. However, in other areas, pressing societal issues such as poverty and healthcare should remain the first priorities.