Importance
The survival of many species and the preservation of the ecological
balance depend on wildlife protection. Beyond only the financial gains,
wildlife protection contributes to biodiversity preservation, ecosystem
maintenance, and the natural processes that keep life on Earth running.
Although some argue that economic consideration also shouldn't be used
to decide which species to protect, conservation initiatives frequently
have ppositive social and economic effects. For example, wildlife
tourism
promotes community involvement and creates jobs and revenue. Tourism has
helped local economics on the Outage Peninsula by preserving species like
the royal albatross. Furthermore, conservation increases environmental
knowledge, give people a sense of purpose and protects community
relationships. Numerous species may go extinct without conservation,
which would have detrimental effect on the environment and the economy.
In addition to providing economic and social benefits, conservation
investments guarantee a healthier planet for future generations.
Importance | Benefits | Examples |
Preserves Biodiversity and ecosytems | Social: community involvement, awareness | Royal albatross conservation on Otago Peninsula |
Supports natural processes and future life | Economic: tourism, job creation and local revenue | Wildflife tourism Improving local economies |