WILDLIFE

CATASTROPHE
DUE TO THE
LOSS OF HABITAT
Done by; Aryan Pratap Singh, S5G
 When an ecosystem is drastically changed due
to human or natural activities, it may no longer
be able to provide the necessary resources
required for the survival of native flora and
fauna.

Habitat loss is defined as the destruction,

fragmentation, or degradation of the natural
environment of an animal, plant, or another
organism. It is considered the primary cause of
species extinction worldwide.

Activities such as the harvesting of natural resources, industrial production

urbanization, and agricultural activities are the primary human contributions to
habitat destruction.
Environmental factors do contribute to habitat destruction more indirectly; climate
change, the introduction of invasive species, ecosystem nutrient depletion, and
water and noise pollution are some examples.
 Habitat fragmentation is defined
as the process in which a large
habitat is transformed into
several smaller patches which
are isolated from each other.
It reduces the total area of
continuous habitat and creates
barriers between habitats.
This negatively affects many
species, particularly those
species that have large territories
or home ranges.

Fragmentation prevents wildlife

from moving back and forth
between patches which causes
inbreeding, limit access to
resources, and increases
mortality for organisms unable to
cross the non-habitat portion of
land between patches.

Habitat destruction is unfortunately the primary cause of biodiversity loss and has
led to the severe endangerment or extinction of several species, such as
Orangutans, tigers, elephants, rhinos, and many other species.

Some ways we can prevent further loss of habitat are to

• Reduce, Reuse and Recycle
• Buy sustainable
• Protect Local Habitats and Make Wildlife Welcome