In recent years wildlife populations and plant species have faced a worldwide decline. This essay will discuss the reasons for the decline as well as provide possible solutions to these problems.
There are several causes as to why fauna and flora are experiencing a decline. Firstly, urbanization has contributed a great deal to the loss of habitat amongst these species. More land is needed to accommodate people due to the increase in human population. Secondly, climate change has negatively impacted land through periods of draught, fires and flood. This creates unfavorable living conditions for them to survive. In addition, poaching of plants and animals without legal permits contribute to the loss of biodiversity. Lastly, the spread of diseases is another factor that has a negative impact, resulting in animals dying and the degradation of plant life.
There are several solutions to addressing wildlife decline. One solution is to regulate urban development. Governments can limit construction in certain areas especially in places where there is a noticeable decline in animals and plants. Furthermore, sanctuaries can be built to house endangered species. Not only will this deter illegal hunting but also provide a safe space for wildlife populations to grow. Another solution can be the use of technological devices such as drones to determine which areas of land are experiencing periods of draught, floods or fires. Last but not least, is to treat disease outbreaks as soon as they are detected, preventing the spread of illness.
To conclude, wildlife populations and plant species have suffered a global decline due to factors such as urbanization and the effect climate change has on them. This essay discussed the causes as well as providing solutions such as creating sanctuaries to house endangered species as well as using technology to detect unfavorable weather conditions, such as drought and floods.