It is a natural process for animal species to become extinct (e.g. Dinosaur, dodos …) There is no reason why people should try to prevent this from happening. Do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe that there are no compelling reasons for us to protect animal

species

from extinction as it occurs naturally. I personally disagree with

this

conviction and will support my argument in the essay below. Admittedly, many ancient

species

of animals,

such

as dinosaurs, were wiped out due to a gradual shift in climate and changing sea levels, according to some hypotheses that was reported many years ago.

However

, these environmental factors are not the primary contributor to the disappearance of certain

species

nowadays. Industrial activities have been devastating the natural habitats of wildlife and disturbing the food chain, causing the mass extinction of countless

species

. The increased demand for goods made from animal products,

such

as skins and horns,

also

leads to the rampant poaching of wild, endangered animals, rhinos

for instance

. In

this

regard, humans are held accountable and should do what is needed to rectify the situation.

In addition

, other justifications for saving wild animals involve the significant roles that they play in not only the balance of the ecosystem but

also

our lives. Everything in nature is connected, and if one

species

becomes extinct, many other animals and even plants will suffer as the food chain is disrupted. Wild animals

also

have great aesthetic and socio-cultural values. They contribute to our rich bio-diversity that makes

this

planet a beautiful place. In numerous places around the world, many types of animals play an important role in different cultures.

For example

, in some religions, cows are revered and worshipped as gods. The above explanation clearly justifies the need for humans to prioritise protecting endangered

species

. In conclusion, the disappearance of many animal

species

does not always occur as a natural process, but as a consequence of our doings. It is our obligation to help preserve wild animals because their extinction will have a severe influence on many important aspects of our lives.