Governments and organisations have been working to conserve habitats and protect vulnerable species, although many argue that they are not doing enough and moving too slowly.
Learn how aquatic reserves can help conserve marine habitats.
How are zoos helping endangered species?
What are some conservation strategies that individuals and organisations use?
Changes to habitats are complex, but human activity is the key. People must focus on sustainable development, making decisions now, to keep habitats safe in the future.
‘People are only interested in saving cute and cuddly species.’
Do you agree? Choose your position and gather evidence to support your argument for or against this statement.
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The World Wildlife Fund symbol is the panda.
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People recognise that all animals are interdependent and important.
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The rhinoceros is neither cute nor cuddly but is the focus of breeding programs.
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Koalas look cute and cuddly, but their habitats are still threatened.
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Consider the meaning of the quote ‘All creatures great and small’.
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Are cute dogs the ones left at the animal shelter?
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It is difficult to convince people to save animals that can be dangerous, e.g. sharks.
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Tigers can be dangerous but are magnificent creatures.
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More important than ‘cute and cuddly’ is whether people identify with an animal e.g. orangutans with human-like behaviour.
Record an audio presentation of your argument to share with others. You could use Audacity, GarageBand or Anchor to create a short podcast.